Learning Support Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Brigg; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team at Barton School. This role offers a unique opportunity to support teachers in delivering creative educational approaches tailored to students' needs, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will engage with pupils, prepare classroom materials, and foster positive relationships to enhance learning outcomes. With a focus on wellbeing and a commitment to innovative education, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Physical health support

Health and wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work

Electric Car schemes

Critical illness cover

Family support benefits

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English.
• Calm, engaging, resilient, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in creative teaching approaches tailored to pupils' needs.
• Work with individual and small groups of pupils to promote learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Resilience

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Job description

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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!

Job details

• Job title: Learning Support Assistant
• Location: Barton School, Barton-upon-Humber DN18 6DA
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm
• Salary: £22,300 per annum
• Contract: Permanent; Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant at Barton School in Barton-upon-Humber.

Purpose of Job

You will support teachers in creative teaching approaches tailored to pupils' educational needs, maximizing achievement and development. This role is ideal for those interested in starting or continuing a career in Education, especially with experience or interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Responsibilities include working with individual and small groups of pupils, preparing classrooms and materials, and building positive relationships to promote learning. You will also have opportunities to assist in lesson planning and delivery.

Candidate profile

Educated to GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English, you should be calm, engaging, resilient, team-oriented, and motivated to help pupils reach their potential.

About Us

Options Barton School provides specialist education for children and young people aged 8-19 with Autism and complex needs. Located in Barton-upon-Humber, we are part of Outcomes First Group, a leader in innovative approaches to care and education for individuals with autism and learning difficulties.

Why join Options Autism?

We prioritize your health and wellbeing, offering an exceptional rewards package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contributions
• Comprehensive mental health and physical health support

Our benefits platform Vista offers additional options like health and wellbeing benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS screening.

We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.