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Location: Mansfield
Hours: 3 days per week (9AM - 2PM)
Contract Type: Temporary, Long-term
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Academics, a leading education recruitment agency, is looking for a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to work in Mansfield, supporting a Year 8 pupil within a local Alternative Provision. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young learner.
As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with a Year 8 pupil who is currently working at a KS1 level. Your support will be crucial in helping them engage with their learning, manage their behaviour, and build their confidence.
The role also involves:
- Providing 1:1 learning support tailored to the pupil's individual needs.
- Managing challenging behaviour effectively and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Supporting the pupil with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- Using creative strategies to enhance learning at a KS1 level.
- Encouraging outdoor activities and supporting the pupil's development outside the classroom.
- Supporting the pupil with basic computer skills to aid their learning journey.
- Co-operating with and helping to improve education and training.
This is a temporary, long-term post working 3 days per week from 9AM to 2PM, offering an excellent work-life balance while making a significant impact on a young person's education.
Essential Experience:
- Experience working with KS1 learners is a must, particularly those who require extra support in their learning.
- Proven experience in managing challenging behaviour.
- A strong understanding of SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs and how to support pupils in this area.
- A proactive and adaptable attitude, with the ability to think creatively to engage the pupil.
Desirable:
- Team Teach training is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided.
Please get in touch with Academics, Doncaster today.
Safer recuitment checks will need to be undertaken prior to work and having or being willing to process an Enhanced DBS Certificate is essential.
