Assistant Project Worker- Lanarkshire Children's Education Services

LOVE@Care Ltd; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 33 days

Fully funded qualifications in Health

35p per mile travel reimbursement

Induction training

Counselling support

Refer a friend bonus £250

Training updates via E-Learning

Blue light card discounts

Career development opportunities

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

LOVE@Care Ltd in Lanarkshire is seeking an Assistant Project Worker to support children and young people in educational settings, helping them access learning, build independence and achieve personal goals. You will collaborate with schools, families and partner agencies to secure positive outcomes.

This role offers rewarding development, term-time hours, full-time equivalent, with training, safeguarding responsibilities, and opportunities to progress within health and social care.

Qualifications

• Caring approach to helping children reach potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with children with learning needs advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in schools to engage in learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing according to plans.
• Contribute to review and development of each child’s support plan.
• Build trusting relationships with children, families and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and partner agencies for outcomes.
• Support during classroom activities and school day tasks.
• Record observations and progress accurately.
• Attend team meetings and multi-agency reviews.
• Maintain safeguarding responsibilities and policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Teamwork

Flexible attitude

Autism support

Education

SVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

About the Role

As an Assistant Project Worker within our Lanarkshire Education team, you will support children and young people in educational settings, helping them to access learning, develop positive behaviours, build independence, and achieve their individual goals. This rewarding role involves working closely with schools, colleges, families, and partner agencies to ensure children and young people receive the support they need to thrive both academically and socially.

Benefits

• A rewarding career where your impact is visible every day.




• Holiday entitlement up to 33 days




• Fantastic career development and progression opportunities.




• Fully funded qualifications in health and social care to support personal development




• Paid travel at a mileage rate of 35p per mile




• Fully paid induction training program




• Health & well-being support with free counselling




• Employee refer a friend bonus of £250




• Supervision support and training updates throughout the year on our E-Learning Platform




• Blue light card for store and online discounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people within schools, colleges, and other educational settings to engage positively in learning and school life.




• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, social development, and independence in line with individual support plans.




• Following and contributing to the review and development of each child's individual support plan, ensuring all support is outcome-focused and person-centred.




• Building positive and trusting relationships with children and young people, encouraging them to develop confidence, resilience, and life skills.




• Working collaboratively with teachers, educational staff, parents/carers, and partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children and young people we support.




• Supporting children and young people during classroom activities, transitions, break times, educational visits, and other aspects of the school day as required.




• Recording and reporting relevant information accurately and professionally, including behavioural observations, achievements, incidents, and progress updates.




• Attending team meetings, training sessions, reviews, and multi-agency meetings where appropriate.




• Contributing to a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that promotes equality, participation, and wellbeing.




• Maintaining a sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, child protection legislation, and organisational policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A passion for supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.




• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and professionals.




• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.




• A relevant qualification such as SVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent.




• A flexible, patient, and positive approach when supporting children with varying needs.




• Experience of working with children and young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, or other additional needs would be advantageous, whether gained professionally or personally.

Hours: Full-time, Term-time only

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