LSA/TA/Care Support Worker Needed

Protocol Education Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Wiltshire, supporting children with special needs. This full-time role offers the opportunity for professional development, and no previous experience is necessary. You will work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist in establishing positive relationships with students. A passion for helping children and willingness to train in relevant areas are essential.

Benefits

Competitive PAYE pay

Continuous professional development

£50 referral bonus

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• Relevant safeguarding checks and compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with a variety of special needs.
• Establish positive relationships with individual children.
• Assist with inclusive teaching activities.

Skills

Interest in healthcare or social care

Positive approach to teaching and learning

Ability to build relationships

Job description

Seeking an LSA/TA/Care Assistant/Support Worker!

Protocol Education are looking to recruit a learning support assistant/teaching assistant to join a specialist school in Wiltshire.

You will be joining a great team that predominantly work with children who have a variety of special needs, including MLD, SLD, ASD and PMLD. Therefore, a desire to assist in this area is required, but no experience is necessary!

A friendly and positive approach to teaching and learning, as well as the ability to quickly build up strong relationships and rapport with individual children is important.

Certificates in Manual handling, Hoist, First Aid, Care would be admired. If we do not have these, we have a comprehensive CPD Academy where you can upskill yourself in your own time.

This school require staff on a long term, full-time and permanent basis (5 days a week between the hours of 8:30am-15:30pm).

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive PAYE pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Continuous professional development and support from experienced consultants who understand the sector.
• £50 referral bonus when you recommend someone who joins our team.

If you have a real passion for supporting children with special needs and think this role sounds right for you then please APPLY NOW!

Responsibilities

• Support students with a variety of special needs including MLD, SLD, ASD and PMLD.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with individual children and small groups.
• Assist with inclusive teaching activities and supervision during lessons and breaks.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor progress and wellbeing.

Requirements

• Interest in healthcare or social care background or personal experience supporting SEND is welcome.
• Desire to work in a SEND environment; no prior experience required.
• Willingness to undertake training and upskill through the CPD Academy.
• Relevant safeguarding checks and compliance as per protocol.

Additional Information

• This role is long term, full-time and permanent (5 days a week, 8:30am-15:30pm).
• All applicants will require appropriate qualifications and training. See FAQs on the Protocol Education website for details.
• All pay rates quoted include statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; a permanent option may arise later.
• Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Safeguarding checks are completed in line with DfE guidance. Online checks may be part of due diligence. FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training is provided. A valid enhanced DBS check and DBS Update Service subscription are required.