Learning Support Assistant

Diverse Abilities; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Diverse Abilities is seeking a dedicated learning support assistant for their Children’s Team at Langside School in Poole. The role involves supporting children with complex needs, following care plans, and promoting self-advocacy. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in young people's lives while enjoying various employee benefits.

Benefits

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Paid holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid during training and diploma pursuits

Long service awards including bonuses and additional leave

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs is beneficial.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Follow individual care plans for children and young people.
• Support with moving and assisting.
• Encourage self-advocacy whenever possible.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding, valuing, and respecting people

Person-centred approach

Job description

We are looking to recruit a learning support assistant to join our Children’s Team at Langside School in Poole. Langside is a centre of excellence providing support for children and young people with complex needs. There are a variety of characters to meet and work with.

Start date: September 2025

Hours: 8.45am - 3.45pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Responsibilities include:

1. Following each individual child or young person’s care plan
2. Supporting with moving and assisting
3. Encouraging self-advocacy whenever possible

Essential skills required:

• Interpersonal skills
• Understanding, valuing, and respecting people
• Person-centred approach

For full details on requirements and essential skills, please refer to the linked job description.

Commitment to safeguarding:

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults we support. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Please include a full work history in your application, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required prior to starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and bonuses:

We offer a range of employee rewards, including discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, paid holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme. You will be paid during training and while pursuing diplomas. Long service awards are available at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including bonuses, vouchers, and additional leave.

Additionally, we host the podcast "Reasons to Care," featuring stories from staff, parents, and those we support, highlighting the impactful work we do in care.