Learning Support Assistant

Oxford Outcomes; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Outcomes is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to enhance education for students with special needs. This role requires a hands-on approach to promote learning in a supportive environment. In this permanent position, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable young people's lives while working in a rewarding educational setting.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Access to mental health support

Physical health checks

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills are essential.
• Experience in a learning environment with relevant age groups is necessary.
• Experience with children having additional needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Deputy Principal and class teacher in planning and implementing work programs.
• Support classroom management and organization for pupils with special needs.
• Promote inclusion and equal opportunities for all pupils.

Skills

Good numeracy skills

Good literacy skills

Experience working with children with additional needs

Experience working with relevant age groups

Job description

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Salary: £20,906.25 per annum

Location: School For Inspiring Talents, Devon, TQ12 1NH

Contract: Permanent; Term Time Only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant based at our Newton Abbot / Ashburton school(s), you will be a key member of our team, enhancing the education of our students. This is a great opportunity in a growing school with excellent opportunities to build experience working with young people with Social, Emotional & Mental Health difficulties (SEMH).

The role will be challenging but rewarding, working in a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference. You will be expected to lead the teaching of and coordinate flexible, person-centred programmes of study for individuals and groups of pupils. You should demonstrate a practical, hands-on approach to teaching and be prepared to go above and beyond for the young people we support.

Following a Thorough Induction Programme, Your Duties Will Include:

1. Work under the guidance of the Deputy Principal and class teacher in planning and implementing work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils with special needs.
2. Provide general support to the class teacher in managing and organizing pupils with special needs in the classroom.
3. Assist in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment.
4. Promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop.
5. Responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

Key Skills Required

1. Good numeracy and literacy skills.
2. Experience working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
3. Experience working with children with additional needs.
4. Experience of general clerical/administrative work.
5. Training in relevant strategies in curriculum or learning area.

About Us

School for Inspiring Talents (SfIT) is an independent day school supporting vulnerable young people aged 5-16 who face behavioral, emotional, and educational challenges, including those on the autistic spectrum, with additional difficulties such as sensory processing and attachment disorders.

Our goal is for every student to achieve their full potential academically and personally. We provide an alternative to residential education, fostering independence and social skills within a supportive day school environment.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support and physical health checks

And through our Flexible Benefits Platform, you can choose benefits that suit you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad

Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of pupils and vulnerable young adults, knowing your role is meaningful.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.