Learning Facilitator. Job in Wiltshire Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a passionate Learning Facilitator to support children with challenging behaviors in alternative education settings. The role involves individualised support, implementing behavior management strategies, and collaboration with educators. Full-time availability is preferred, with a focus on building relationships to help students thrive. Join us to make a positive impact in the education sector.

Benefits

Highest rate of pay

Free access to CPD courses

Flexible working arrangements

Strong focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting learners in alternative education settings.
• Desirable qualifications and certifications in education or related fields.
• Flexibility in work commitments for the defined hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to disengaged students.
• Implement behaviour management strategies effectively.
• Build strong relationships with students based on trust.
• Collaborate with teachers to support each student's needs.
• Manage challenging situations using de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Experience supporting learners with SEMH

Ability to build strong relationships

Resilience

Positive reinforcement techniques

Job description

Overview

Tradewind Recruitment are working with Alternative Provisions in Wiltshire and are currently looking for passionate and engaging Learning Facilitator's locally.

The role will be to support children and young people who are unable to thrive in a mainstream education setting due anxiety, behaviour that challenges, EHCP or mental health difficulties. These children and young people require alternative pathways rather than the standard curriculum. Therefore a Learning Facilitator who has experience supporting in a similar environment and has a child centred approach would be ideal for this role.

Role

You will focus on building relationships, re-engaging learners back into education to then support them further with their learning. In addition, you will support with interventions and other activities that are focused on building confidence, setting healthy boundaries and routines for the learners.

About Tradewind

Tradewind Education is a leading education agency committed to providing high-quality support to schools and educational institutions. We pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with rewarding roles in the education sector. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic community focused on making a positive impact on the lives of students. We have a 5-star rating on Google based on over 240 reviews from Teachers and TA's who have worked for us in the Southwest.

The Role

As a Learning Facilitator, you will play a vital role in supporting students across the provisions. Your resilient nature, good sense of humour, and ability to build strong relationships will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. There is flexibility in these roles, however full time availability is highly desired as long term, full time opportunities are required regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to disengaged or hard to reach students, helping them manage their emotions and make positive choices.
• Implement behaviour management strategies outlined by the provisions, utilising positive reinforcement techniques, and promoting self-regulation skills.
• Build strong relationships with students based on trust, respect and understanding, supporting their academic and emotional development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans, providing feedback on the effectiveness of interventions.
• Handle challenging situations and use appropriate de-escalation techniques to manage children in crisis when necessary.

Requirements

• Proven experience supporting learners with SEMH / challenging behaviour in a school or alternative provision.
• Resilience and a good-humoured nature to navigate the demands of supporting students who can't manage in mainstream education.
• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with students, fostering trust and engagement.
• Availability for full-time work from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications are desirable but not essential.

Why Tradewind

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer