Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Sturminster Newton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school team. This role is crucial for helping children with special educational needs thrive in a nurturing environment. You will work closely with students aged 4 to 19, providing both classroom support and one-on-one interventions. With opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners, this position promises a rewarding career path in education. If you are empathetic and passionate about supporting young learners, apply now to be part of this transformative journey.

Benefits

Regular weekly pay through PAYE

Access to specialist training opportunities

Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities to progress in SEN education

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Must have appropriate qualifications and training for the role.
• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students in the classroom and during interventions.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for students.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication Skills

Support for Special Educational Needs

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education or Childcare

Job description

Learning Support Assistant
Hours: 8.45am – 3.30pm | Monday to Friday

Age Range: 4 to 19 years

Make a Real Difference in a Specialist Educational Environment

Are you committed to helping children and young people with special educational needs thrive? A respected and supportive special school in Sturminster Newton is looking for a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team. The school provides a nurturing, personalised learning experience for students aged 4 to 19 with diverse needs, including autism (ASC), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and additional associated challenges.

The school offers a safe, structured, and caring environment where students are supported to grow academically, emotionally, and socially. Working as part of a compassionate team, you will provide vital support to students both in the classroom and during small group or one-to-one interventions. You will help ensure students have the tools they need to succeed, fostering a positive and inclusive environment that allows each child to flourish in their own way.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Regular weekly pay through PAYE
• Access to specialist training opportunities, including courses in autism and behaviour support
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
• Opportunities to progress in SEN education and gain further experience
• The chance to positively impact the lives of students with complex needs

A Rewarding Career Path in Education

If you are empathetic, patient, and eager to support young learners with additional needs, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career. You will have the opportunity to work in a highly supportive environment where your efforts are truly valued, and you will help create positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable learners.

Take the next step in your educational career with Teaching Personnel. Apply now to be part of a team that’s dedicated to empowering students and transforming lives every day.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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