Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; New Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join a local school as Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. In this fulfilling role, you will work closely with students aged 5-16 who have various special educational needs. Your contributions will help create a supportive environment, assisting in both classroom settings and one-on-one interactions. This position offers a unique chance to make a significant difference in the lives of children and young people, enabling them to reach their full potential. If you are patient, empathetic, and eager to support students with additional needs, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with special needs is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with special educational needs.
• Assist with personal care requirements and support teachers in tailored activities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Collaboration

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or special needs

Tools

Enhanced Child DBS

Job description

Location: Totton and New Forest
Salary: £13.86 per hour
Hours: Full-time / Part-time positions available
Age Range: 5-11 and 11-16

About the Role:

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join a local school as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with students who have a range of Special Educational Needs, including Complex Learning Difficulties and medical needs. You will support the delivery of tailored educational programmes and may provide assistance with personal care where necessary.

You could have the opportunity to work across both primary and secondary age groups, assisting students in both classroom settings and on a one-to-one basis. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and young people, helping them achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with a variety of special educational needs.
• Assist with personal care requirements, including feeding, toileting, and moving and handling.
• Support teachers in the delivery of tailored educational activities and interventions.
• Help students develop social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
• Adapt to the individual needs of each student, offering support in a positive and engaging manner.

About You:

• Previous experience working with children or adults with special needs is desirable but not essential.
• A patient, empathetic, and caring approach to supporting students with additional needs.
• Flexibility and the ability to work across both primary and secondary age groups as required.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team, communicating effectively with staff and students.
• A willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development to enhance your skills.
• A positive and proactive attitude towards students with complex needs.
• All of our staff are required to have or be willing to obtain their own Enhanced Child DBS on the update service.

Please apply with your CV and we will get in touch to further discuss the role and opportunities!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.