Learning Support Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working where possible

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/

Wellbeing INSET days

Training and development

Free annual flu vaccination

Job summary

Monk's Walk School in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to support students from KS3 to A Level. You will work closely with teaching staff to help students’ learning during term-time, with flexible options and visa not applicable.

Experience is helpful but not essential, as training is provided. DBS clearance is essential and references or online checks will be carried out before interviews.

Qualifications

• DBS clearance required before interview
• References and online searches before interview
• Not barred from regulated activity relating to children

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students from Key Stage 3 to A Level
• Work closely with teaching staff to support students’ learning

Skills

Enthusiastic attitude

Caring approach

Job description

This Learning Support Assistant post sits in the SEN Department at Monk's Walk School, which is expanding that team. The work is supporting students with a range of needs from Key Stage 3 to A Level, working closely with teaching staff. It is part-time and term-time only, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm, and job share applications are welcome. Experience is helpful but not essential, as training is provided, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide learning support to students with a range of needs from Key Stage 3 to A Level
• Work closely with teaching staff to support students' learning

Skills & knowledge

• Enthusiastic, confident and caring approach to supporting young people

Checks & eligibility

• Satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance
• References and online searches before interview for shortlisted candidates
• Not barred from regulated activity relating to children

Nice to have

• Experience in a similar role

What’s offered

• Flexible working where possible
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour confidential helpline
• Dedicated wellbeing INSET days, including yoga and mindfulness
• Opportunity to join the staff wellbeing focus group
• Free annual winter flu vaccination clinic
• Comprehensive training programme and ongoing professional development