Learning Support Assistant Sense Education

Sense Education Limited; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant in the Whitehaven area to start in September full time. The position is to support young people in the classroom with SEMH and Autism, some of the pupils will also have learning disabilities.

You will be working in an inclusive educational environment where the Teachers and Senior Leadership take a person-centered approach to education. The educational objectives are designed to the pupils’ learning ability.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be supporting the teacher to deliver lessons that are creative and dynamic to engage the pupil and improve their learning experience.

The ideal person for the role:

• Will be outgoing and friendly.
• Has an understanding of Autism and Challenging Behaviour.
• Offers consistency in the classroom.
• Has a proactive approach to supporting learners, as well as supporting and respecting their needs.
• May have a degree qualification or a qualification in coaching, a TA qualification, or a social care qualification.

The role will be key in promoting equality and fostering a safe learning environment for all. If you are interested in this position, please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are a supportive organization and offer initial training for the role. We will try to offer a career path that will enhance your current skills. You can find out more about us at www.senseeducation.co.uk.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do, and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such, we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education, you will be paid on a weekly basis.