Learning Support Assistant

Engage Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£50 Amazon voucher for referrals

Job summary

Engage Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive primary school in Horsham. You will work with children with a range of needs, including SEMH, autism and learning disabilities, supporting learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

This role offers full-time and part-time positions, opportunities to develop your knowledge of the national curriculum, and a pathway to a career in teaching. A DBS check is required and assistance will be provided.

Qualifications

• Outgoing and mentoring manner.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential.
• Ability to think on your feet and be proactive in a busy special school.
• Ability to form excellent relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption.
• Providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other learning disabilities.

Job description

Behaviour Mentor Required for Primary School in Horsham

About the role:

This Behaviour Mentor role is based in a supportive and proactive SEND/PRU school in Horsham. They are seeking educators to work with a wide range of needs, from children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs to more Sensory Behavioural Difficulties linked to Autism.

Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more high-quality mentors to work with these schools to positively impact the progress and attainment of their pupils.

Your Role:

• Supporting on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

• Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption

• Providing feedback to teachers and parents

• You will be assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities

The ideal candidate:

• Outgoing and mentoring manner

• Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential

• You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.

• Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant

• Full-time and part-time positions are 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!

• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

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

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