Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to support pupils with personal care needs. This role involves promoting independence, ensuring the welfare of students, and actively participating in a multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for providing personal care, encouraging communication methods, and reporting any concerns regarding students' behavior. The organization values professional development and offers numerous employee benefits, including discounts and long service awards. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and young people, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee discounts through Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Cycle to work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Organisational skills and teamwork are crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with personal care needs and promote their independence.
• Report any changes in pupils' behavior or physical appearance.
• Contribute positively to the staff team and attend essential training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational and time management skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Person centered approach

Problem solving

Self-management

Physical ability to carry out necessary tasks

Education

Grade C or above in GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

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To support the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum and support the pupils with personal care needs. To ensure the safekeeping and welfare of all pupils at all times.

Please note: by submitting an application form you are agreeing to Diverse Abilities conducting a social media check. If you wish to know more about this check before applying please call 01202 718266 option 3.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check prior to commencement. The Charity is an equal opportunities employer.

This role requires staff to:

In relation to pupils/students:

1. Provide personal care to whatever level is appropriate for the pupil/student.
2. Encourage as high a level of pupil/student independence as possible.
3. Support pupils/students to use their chosen method of communication at all times.
4. Assist pupils and students with their feeding programmes.

In relation to management/organisation:

1. Actively support our policy of continued personal professional development.
2. Report any changes in pupil’s or student’s behaviour or physical appearance which may give cause for concern.
3. Support all Langside School and Diverse Abilities Plus policies and working practices.

In relation to staff team:

1. Make a positive contribution to Langside’s multi team approach.
2. Support the implementation of programmes.
3. Attend any essential training or meetings.
4. Be an active participant in the appraisal system.
5. Act as a positive role model at all times.

These lists are not exhaustive, and the full details can be found in the job description above.

We offer a wide range of employee rewards and benefits. These include access to thousands of retailer, restaurant, entertainment and hotel discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, and a cycle to work scheme.

We also provide long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years including vouchers and additional paid time off.

Essential skills include:

1. Interpersonal skills
2. Organisational and time management skills
3. Teamwork
4. Clear communication
5. Understands, values and respects people
6. Person centered approach
7. Physical ability to carry out necessary tasks
8. Problem solving
9. Self-management
10. Grade C or above in GCSE English and Maths or equivalent required