Learning Support Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Newton-on-Ouse; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team in Newton upon Ouse. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to enhance the education of students with Social, Emotional & Mental Health difficulties. You will work closely with the Deputy Principal and class teachers to create a supportive learning environment. The position requires a hands-on approach, promoting inclusion and safeguarding the welfare of children. With a focus on personal and academic growth, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Access to mental health support

Health checks

Discount options in the UK and abroad

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs is essential.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills are required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing work programmes for pupils with special needs.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils have equal opportunities to learn.

Skills

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Experience working with relevant age groups

Experience working with children with additional needs

Experience in clerical/administrative work

Training in relevant strategies

Job description

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Client:

Outcomes First Group

Location:

Newton upon Ouse, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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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

Contract: Permanent; Term Time Only

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

Start Date: April/May 2025

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 amongst 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, your duties will include:

• 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.
• Provide general support to the class teacher in managing and organizing pupils with special needs in the classroom.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment.
• Promote inclusion, ensuring all pupils have equal opportunities to learn and develop.
• Responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

Key Skills Required

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Experience in general clerical/administrative work.
• 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, including those on the autistic spectrum, with behavioral, emotional, and educational challenges, and other difficulties like sensory processing or attachment disorders.

Our goal is for every student to achieve their full potential academically and personally. We provide an alternative to residential education, supporting independence and social skills development in a home environment.

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

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

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with contribution options
• Access to mental health support and health checks

Additional benefits include:

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

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.