1:1 Learning Support Assistant

Oxford Outcomes Limited; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant at Crookhey Hall School in Lancaster. This position offers the opportunity to work in a 4-Day Working Week trial, supporting students with a focus on social and emotional mental health. Applicants should possess GCSE English and Maths and a Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions

Access to first-class mental health support services

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Adaptable to a variety of classroom roles.
• Responsible and caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual pupils and small groups on educational activities.
• Assist teachers in developing individual education programmes.

Skills

Adaptability

Education

GCSE English & Maths, Grade C/4 or above

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our close-knit team at Crookhey Hall School located in Lancaster.

• Salary: £20,906.25 per annum (not pro-rata)
• Location: Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.00pm
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
  
  

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

After 6 weeks in post, you will qualify for the 4-day working week - work 4 days but get paid for 5 days!

Crookhey Hall School is a Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 17 years of age. We provide young people with an educational experience that will not only extend their academic and vocational social skills and abilities, but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.

Crookhey Hall School has a 15-acre setting in countryside south of Cockerham, near Lancaster. Due to the location, it would be beneficial for candidates to have a driving licence

The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil's potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

About The Role

Under the reasonable direction of the Senior Leadership Team, carry out the duties of a Support Worker as set out in the current school policies. Uphold the professional code of conduct. Support an individual pupil in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies of the school as a fully committed member of the learning support team and as detailed in the specific duties and core standards below.

Requirements: GCSE English & Maths, Grade C/4 or above & a Full UK Driving Licence

Main Tasks

• To work with an individual and on occasion small groups of pupils on educational activities.
• To assist teachers in developing and implementing individual educational programmes.
• To support and transport an individual and on occasion small groups of pupils on vocational college courses offsite.
• To prepare materials and equipment.
• To transport pupils on educational visits etc.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
  
  

And a Market-leading Benefit Offering Through Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, Enables You To Choose The Package That’s Right For You, Including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
  
  

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
  
  

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