Academics are currently looking for experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSA) for day-to-day and short/long term roles within our partnership nurseries and primary schools. Working across Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and the surrounding areas can be diversified, meaning that we work with an assortment of primary schools and that we do have different requirements to suit.We are proud to say that here at Academics we have had a strong record of placing many of our Learning Support Practitioners into permanent work following a successful period of long term supply within our nurseries and primary schools.Responsibilities of a Learning Support Practitioner: Work alongside teachers and fellow practitioners to deliver fun EYFS appropriate sessions and activities.Managing behaviour and engaging learners with their own learning. To encourage independence, positive behaviour, and social interaction.Working with learners either 1-2-1 or in small groups. Committed to support both the teacher and the students to succeed.For this role, applicants who apply must have:Previous experience of working with children in a nursery or primary school setting (in the UK).Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.Confident communication skills and to be a excellent motivator in the room (1-2-1 or small group support).Strong behaviour management skills with the ability to support learners within Early Years.A good level of literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or Grade