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Secondary Designated Specialist Provision Learning Support Assistant
About Us
We are a small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel that is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for their DSP Unit. Our Trust and our school’s pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our Values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported, and everyone feels part of the larger family as our schools and departments work very closely together.
Job summary
- Long term - Full time
- £100+ per day
- ASAP start
- Greenwich
We are looking for a reliable and committed Learning Support Assistant to support within our Designated Specialist Provision Unit. The ideal applicant will have experience working with students with Autism and/or Moderate Learning Difficulties, along with the qualities, skills, and drive necessary to fulfil this role. The successful candidate will work under the overall supervision of the Head of DSP and under the guidance of the HLTA.
Our DSP is for students with an EHCP and a diagnosis of Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties. The aim is to provide students with the best possible learning environment to meet their individual needs, helping them develop social and independent skills and gain qualifications relevant to their next steps.
The DSP is a nurturing environment where we support DSP students to transition into a secondary mainstream environment and become part of the school community.
- Develop communication, interaction, and social skills with peers.
- Access the curriculum with support.
- Develop independence.
- Develop literacy and numeracy skills.
- Develop life skills.
- Gain appropriate qualifications for future education and employment.
- Access the local community.
Applicants must have previous experience working within either a primary or specialist setting, specifically with students with Autism or Moderate Learning Difficulties. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, flexible, able to work within a team, and also on their own initiative, and should have a great sense of humour!
As a member of our staff, we can offer you:
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Access to apprenticeship training.
- Excellent professional development.
- A contributory pension scheme.
- Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals.
- Access to various discounts for a small monthly fee.
- An employee assistance programme.
- Season ticket loans.
- Excellent catering facilities.
- Cycle2Work Scheme.
- Secure on-site parking.
- Free daily coffee for staff.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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