Learning Support Assistant

Bourne Education Trust; New Milton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Cycle to work

Well-being support

Training & development

Eye tests & flu jab

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Arnewood School, part of Bourne Education Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils across a range of needs. You will work with teachers to help students access learning and develop independence, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusive practice.

We offer a condensed school year, commitment to training and development, access to wellbeing resources and a supportive team in a school environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist students to take ownership of their work and become independent learners.
• Familiarise with the needs of the supported students.
• Be flexible to meet the demands of a varied school day.

Skills

Support pupils

SEN awareness

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join The Arnewood School part of Bourne Education Trust.

Bourne Education Trust ('BET') is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform - reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

• Position: Teaching Assistant
• Contract: Term time, Permanent
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £25,615 to £25,957 FTE (£17,416 to £17,649 actual)

Benefits

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include

• Work alongside students with a range of special educational needs assisting students to take ownership of their work and become independent learners
• Become familiar with the needs of the supported students
• Be prepared to be flexible to meet the demands of a varied school day

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification).

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity