Learning Support Assistant

ABC Teachers; Kinver; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Teachers is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant for a full-time position in an SEN school located in Stourbridge, providing support to children with various learning needs. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience, demonstrating strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to education.

Benefits

Weekly paid rates

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)

Pension contributions

FREE professional development training

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with autism and other learning difficulties is required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage behavior effectively.
• Must pass a DBS check and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children in a classroom setting.
• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment that promotes student growth.
• Engage and motivate students during lessons.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Compassion

Dedication

Education

Relevant qualification for working with children

Job description

ABC Teachers is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in an SEN School in Stourbridge on a full-time basis.

The role:

• A well-established school is seeking an enthusiastic, devoted, and caring learning support assistant to work with children with special educational needs.
• The school is looking for someone to provide support to children on a one-to-one and small-group basis in a classroom setting, working alongside a Teacher and additional support staff.
• Promote student engagement and participation during lessons.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment that encourages growth and independence for all students.

About the school:

• Providing education and care for young children and young people from the ages of 6-19 with a variety of social, emotional, physical and learning difficulties, including autism and visual impairment.
• The school is set in beautiful surroundings and encourages children and young adults to flourish in a nurturing and caring environment.
• All students receive personal Social and Health Education and those of secondary age receive careers advise and guidance by supportive and caring staff.
• The overall aim of the school is to prepare young people for life and to achieve the best possible outcome for students

About you:-
We are looking for candidates who:

• Have relevant experience supporting students with autism, social, emotional, physical and severe learning difficulties.
• Demonstrate strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Are dedicated, compassionate, and eager to go the extra mile to support the students in your care.
• Can provide appropriate references and pass a DBS check.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are a suitable qualification for working with children and experience working with special education needs.

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers offer
As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are a Learning Support Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed)