Learning Support Assistant

Are you capable of making an impact in a demanding role in education?

 Learning Support Assistant

Location – Highcliffe, Christchurch, UK
Salary – A daily rate of £85.00 - £100.00 
Working Hours – 8:30 - 15:30, Monday - Friday
Start Date - ASAP

Teaching Personnel is working with a specialised provision that provides brilliant opportunities for young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). We are looking to add impactful talent to our staff team. This Learning Support Assistant position will work closely with students with the intention of creating a positive attitude to learning in a safe environment.

Mandatory Requirements:

• A valid right to work in the UK (Unfortunately, sponsorship is NOT OFFERED for this role)
• Previous experience in either the education or care sector
• Hold GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science above a grade 5 
• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS with an update service subscription, or be willing to apply for one

About the Role:

The role involves working with students who have had a difficult start in life and may have experienced degrees of trauma. They will need support in regulating emotions and understanding how their mind operates. Most students will have additional needs such as ASC and SLCNs.

• Follows THRIVE teaching practices
• Enrichment vocational qualification for secondary students
• Previous Teaching Assistant experience is preferred, or for someone with experience in youth work or care who would like to move into education
• A progressive provision that puts social, emotional, and developmental needs at the forefront of students’ learning experiences alongside academia

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:

• A professional, supportive, and highly experienced team of Education Specialists, many of whom are teachers themselves
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and various training opportunities
• Industry-leading technology to enhance your experiences
• Good rates of pay for supply and scale rates for long-term assignments (Above NMW)
• Ethical and transparent operating procedures
• Share this job with a friend or colleague and receive £100 as a thank you once they have worked for 10 days or successfully obtained a permanent post through us

How to Apply:

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