Farm-Based Animal-Assisted Learning Support Assistant

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for our client’s sites across Surrey and Hampshire. You will engage with children and young people, support learning sessions with animals on the farm, and deliver emotional, social, behavioural and educational activities tailored to individual needs.

The role involves animal care, maintaining records, safeguarding, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher education in a relevant field or extensive experience with vulnerable children.
• At least 3 years' direct client work experience.
• AAT or Equine Assisted therapy qualification is beneficial.
• Experience in SEND education setting.
• Experience delivering psycho education workshops with animals will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support learning sessions and therapeutic activities with animals on the farm.
• Provide 1-1 and small group support for learners.
• Maintain records for evaluation and comply with legal requirements.
• Engage with young people to build motivation and positive relationships.
• Assist with animal care and farm duties to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or higher education in relevant field

Extensive experience with vulnerable children

AAT/Equine therapy beneficial

Experience in SEND education setting

Job description

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for our client’s sites across Surrey and Hampshire. You will engage with children and young people, support learning sessions with animals on the farm, and deliver emotional, social, behavioural and educational activities tailored to individual needs.

The role involves animal care, maintaining records, safeguarding, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.