Learning Support Assistant

Engage Partners Limited; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Brighton and Hove is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide nurturing support to students aged 5-16. This role is ideal for aspiring teachers or those with experience in youth work or behavior mentoring. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Equal pay to permanent employees

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD training sessions

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working with students aged 5-11 or 11-16.
• Confidence in managing behaviour.
• Ability to build professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing support for learners.
• Encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including youth workers and sports coaches.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Relationship Building

Interest in Education

Education

Graduate

Job description

Learning Support Assistant Required for School based in Brighton and Hove

Engage Education are working with a school in Brighton and Hove to recruit a learning support assistant. The school is accessible by public transport and focuses on providing nurturing support for their learners.

Applications for the position are welcome from candidates of ranging experience although previous experience working with students with challenging behaviour is an advantage.

If you are a future/aspiring teacher, or an experienced SEN teaching assistant this opportunity could be ideal for you. In addition, if you have experience as a Youth Worker or Behaviour Mentor and you are interested in education, please do apply

You will:

• Have experience working with students aged 5-11 or 11-16

• Be confident managing behaviour

• Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with students

• Have a fun but firm presence

• Have an interest in education

Applications are encouraged from

• Sports coaches

• Youth workers

• Behaviour Mentors

• SEN Teaching Assistants

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant

• Full-time and part-time positions available

• Develop your knowledge of the national curriculum

• Ideal post for graduates looking to move into a career in teaching

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee

• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

• Referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 10 days or more.

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below – or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened – you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!