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Learning Support Assistant
This role is ideal if you have career aspirations in the field of teaching, psychology, social work, probation services, care or if you simply love working with children.
Are you motivated by supporting and helping children with additional needs?
We are looking for a commited Learning Support Assistant to work on-on-one with a small group of children between the ages of 11-16. This school caters for children and young people who have a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly autism and moderate learning difficulties. The majority of pupils are autistic and a significant number of pupils experience speech, language and communication difficulties and / or social, emotional and mental health difficulties and other complex SEN.
This role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting - career progression routes include SEN Teacher, Occupational Therapist and various Psychology routes.
Benefits of working as a Learning Support Assistant:
- Comprehensive Training and Development.
- Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
- Career Progression for psychology, sociology, teaching, criminology and care
- Working closely with students to encourage positive learning.
Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:
- Help children understand instructions.
- Support children during social activities and outings.
- Encourage communication and also look after their physical needs.
- Prepare and provide learning materials.
Requirements of a Learning Support Assistant:
- Impose patience and understanding.
- Have an understanding with challenging behaviour.
- Always be adaptable in any give situation.
- Be able to develop strong and positive relationships with children.
- Committed to working as part of a team.
Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!
