Learning Support Assistant - Autism

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Learning Support Assistant in Brighton. This position focuses on supporting children aged 4-16 with autism and learning difficulties, emphasizing their social-emotional development and essential life skills. As part of a distinguished school, you'll contribute to an environment where each child's potential is nurtured. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to various schedules. Join us in making a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs!

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development Opportunities

Access to over 100 CPD Courses

PAYE, no umbrella charges

Dedicated Consultant

Webinars to Enhance Knowledge

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free Online Safeguarding Training

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children with autism and learning difficulties.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support students in achieving their unique learning goals.
• Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere for learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Experience with Autism

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education or Childcare

Job description

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Learning Support Assistant - Autism, Brighton

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

We're excited to partner with a distinguished school, a guiding light for youngsters aged 4-16. Specializing in autism, communication challenges, and varying learning difficulties, their focus extends beyond academics, prioritizing social-emotional development and essential life skills.

Location: Brighton

Transport: On-site parking and a nearby bus stop

Start Date: Immediate

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (consistently achieved four times)

Come be a part of transforming young lives! We're seeking enthusiastic individuals to contribute to an environment where each child's potential is carefully nurtured. As an Educational Support Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in developing skills for independent living.

Responsibilities:

• Work with students, supporting their unique learning goals.
• Cultivate crucial skills for independent living.
• Foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere in a collaborative learning environment.
• Build strong connections with pupils, serving as a role model, and responding to individual needs.
• Encourage student interaction and engagement in teacher-led activities.
• Prepare and organize equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use.

Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a sincere passion for working with children facing autism and learning difficulties.
• Displays flexibility to adapt to both part-time and full-time schedules.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills to effectively engage with students and collaborate within a team environment.
• Brings experience working with individuals with additional needs.
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Access to over 100 CPD courses
• PAYE, no umbrella charges like other agencies
• Sector Specialist Dedicated consultant
• Numerous webinars to enhance knowledge
• Refer a friend scheme
• An opportunity to significantly impact the lives of children with special educational needs

How to Apply:

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.