Learning Support Teacher/Coordinator Siena

Learning Support Teacher/Coordinator
Siena
Toscana, Siena

Learning Support Teacher/Coordinator

**Location**:Siena, IT

**Date**:14 Jan 2025

**Application closing date**:07/02/2025

- Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 119 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85, 000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

- In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations.

They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

- By joining our award-winning team of over 13, 000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations.

We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

**ROLE SUMMARY**:

The successful applicant will be a dynamic learning support teacher with experience of enabling students to achieve their potential.

We are looking for experience, enthusiasm and a passion for teaching and inclusion, to inspire our students with a love of learning and open doorways for all to achieve their potential.

They need to be a team player that can work within a small but busy school, collaborating with teachers to support the development of the best inclusive teaching practices as well as developing plans for individuals in need of support and challenge.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- develop and oversee the implementation of the school's Inclusion policy and contribute to other policies and handbooks as appropriate;

- carry out assessments of students to identify needs and monitor progress - including observations in the classroom, supporting teachers in the creation of tracking data, and meeting with teachers and parents;

- support the enrolment of prospective families through pre-enrollment evaluations;

- work with classroom teachers, the school leadership team, parents, and relevant external agencies to develop, implement, and monitor individual support/learning plans;

- maintain accurate records of individual learning needs and provide regular updates on student progress through reporting and meetings with parents, students, and teachers;

- lead and deliver regular professional development in school on inclusive/SEND best practices, including Universal Design for Learning;

- make referrals and liaise with professionals outside of the school - this could include psychologists, health and social care providers, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists;

- provide advice, guidance, and training to classroom teachers on inclusive teaching practices;

- co-plan with classroom and homeroom teachers and LS colleagues to ensure all students are supported and challenged according to their personal needs;

- provide small group support for students in need of curriculum modification and/or specific learning skills development;

- lead a team of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to provide discreet, motivational support that maximises individual students' social and academic progress and attainment;

- maintain their own professional growth and development to remain up to date with current best practice in the field of learning support;

- ensure the school has the appropriate resources and tools for supporting inclusive learning;

- offer an Extra Curricular activity that supports or extends the current portfolio of offerings.

**CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS**:

- Be able to work independently across the school, maintaining strong professional relationships with SLT, teachers, students, and families.

- Have had recent experience successfully teaching within the 5-12 age range.

- Be enthusiastic and passionate, showing a love of education, and having the ability to convey this successfully to students of all abilities.

- Understand Approaches to Teaching and Learning skills and data tracking to improve challenge and progress.

- Have experience with IB pedagogy/inquiry, concept-based learning, and Universal Design for Learning.

- Possess a firm understanding of the importance of personalised learning in an inclusive environment.

- Be someone who is willing to commit to a longer-term position.

**SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

- Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.