Animal Care Teaching Assistant

Work as an Animal Care Teaching Assistant in Poole!

Position: Animal Care Teaching Assistant
Location: Poole
Job Type: Full Time/Part Time
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour
Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have a love for animals and the great outdoors? If so, GSL Education have a perfect role for you to work as an Animal Care Teaching Assistant in a local school based in Poole.

About the school
The school is an education setting based for 16 – 25+ years old with Special Educational Needs. It is based on 350 acres of beautiful Dorset countryside. The school operate enterprise activities and vocational teaching methods to bridge the gap between education and employment for young people and adults with SEN in Dorset and the local area. The school focuses on vocations like horticulture, agriculture, equine skills and animal care as well as many more, to enrich the lives and education of its pupils. 

The Role
As an Animal Care Teaching Assistant, you will support SEN students in outdoor settings, helping with hands-on animal care. This role focuses on practical skills and personal growth, offering a unique outdoor learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in their practical learning experiences in animal care, assisting with tasks such as animal feeding, grooming, cleaning, and general animal husbandry.
• Adapt teaching materials and activities to suit individual learning needs, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all students.
• Assist with the development and delivery of animal care programs, including feeding, caring for, and maintaining animals as part of the students' vocational training.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment where students can build their confidence and independence.
• Work closely with a team of experienced staff to track and monitor the progress of students, offering guidance and encouragement.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement, providing tailored support to students to help them succeed.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Ideally need a valid driving license and be willing to drive
• A passion for working with young people and a commitment to supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs.
• Experience or a keen interest in animal care, horticulture, agriculture, or equine studies.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive, solution-focused attitude.
• Experience in an education or care setting is desirable but not essential.

• A relevant qualification in animal care or a related field (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Animal Care).
• Experience working with young people with SEN or in a vocational training environment.

Benefits:

• Enjoy the beautiful and tranquil setting of our 350-acre campus, with plenty of outdoor space and facilities.
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to improving the lives and education of young people with SEN.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and progress your career in the education sector.
• A rewarding role where you can make a tangible difference to the lives of our students and help them prepare for their future careers.

If you are passionate about working in animal care and supporting young people with SEN in an outdoor setting as an Animal Care Teaching Assistant in Poole, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV now!

To work with GSL Education as an Animal Care Teaching Assistant, you need:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Why Choose GSL Education:
At GSL Education, we understand the importance of a supportive and fulfilling work environment.

 Joining the team means benefiting from:

1. Competitive pay rates.
2. A bespoke service tailored to your needs.
3. Dedicated Consultants providing ongoing support.
4. Opportunities for professional development and training.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

 For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Harvey at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an Animal Care Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.