Learning Support Assistant
- Special Needs
- West Sussex
- Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Secondary Learning Support Assistant in Horsham!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the dedication and compassion to support pupils with autism in reaching their full potential? If so, we want you to join our team as a Secondary Learning Support Assistant!
Location: Horsham
Position: Full-Time, starting September
Pay: £21,020 per annum, paid 52 weeks per year
About Us
We are a nurturing and inclusive secondary school dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities for pupils with autism. Our mission is to create a supportive learning environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Role Overview
As a Secondary Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting our pupils with their educational and personal development. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will provide individualized support to ensure each student can achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils with autism in their day-to-day learning activities
- Assisting teachers in the delivery of tailored educational plans
- Helping to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
- Encouraging social interaction and developing communication skills
- Monitoring and recording student progress
- Providing emotional and behavioural support when needed
- Participating in team meetings and contributing to the overall success of the school
What We Offer
- A fulfilling and impactful role in a supportive community
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits
- A welcoming and collaborative team environment
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational setting
- A compassionate and patient approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to promoting the well-being and development of pupils with autism
- Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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