Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Mildenhall, Suffolk
Salary: £25,410 per annum
Working Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent
Our Client:
Our client is an independent special school in Mildenhall, Suffolk, offering a nurturing environment for pupils aged 11-18. The school is committed to focusing on social and emotional development, and places a strong emphasis on building trusting and positive relationships between staff and students. The school’s curriculum is both motivational and progressive, underpinned by the therapeutic principles of the THRIVE® approach. This environment allows students to thrive, supported by a high staff-to-student ratio and tailored educational practices.
The Role:
Our client is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will:
- Provide support to vulnerable young people aged 11-18, helping to enhance their emotional wellbeing and fostering their aspirations to learn.
- Ensure safeguarding is a priority and develop an understanding of safeguarding procedures.
- Implement strategies to assist students with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, while understanding their Special Educational Needs (SEN).
- Work as part of a team to manage behaviour effectively, following each student’s Behaviour Support Plan.
- Offer tailored support based on the individual needs of each student, ensuring their safety and supporting their access to learning activities.
For further information on the school and this role, please refer to the Information Pack for Job Applicants.
The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working with children and young people.
- Experience in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is an advantage.
- A genuine interest in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning.
- The ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively and positively.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- A good general standard of education (GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English and Maths).
- Proficiency in IT.
The Company:
Our client is part of a nationwide group of schools, bringing together professionals who are committed to a holistic approach to education. The school focuses on both emotional and social development, providing a supportive environment where students can thrive. By joining this team, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children who may have been educationally overlooked, working alongside a supportive and dedicated team.
Company Benefits:
- Salary of £25,410 per annum
- Retail discounts
- Online GP access
- Employee wellbeing programmes
- Pension scheme
- Free eye tests
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@teachingpersonnel.com.
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.
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