Mental Health Classroom Assistant

The Leader Group; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leader Group seeks a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit catering to children aged 5-16. Ideal candidates will possess an enhanced DBS, excellent communication skills, and a patient demeanor, reinforcing a positive educational environment focused on growth and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Referral bonus scheme: £100 per referral

Free CPD including Team Teach

Dedicated consultant for support

Qualifications

• Experience with students exhibiting challenging behavior is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with diverse needs in a PRU setting.
• Implement tailored interventions for young learners.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

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Leader Education are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work at a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). This unit caters children aged from 5-16 years old for permanently excluded pupils, those identified as close to permanent exclusion and those who cannot attend school because of health needs. The ideal candidate will be compassionate and patient as well as some relevant experience working alongside young people that may demonstrate elements of challenging behaviour.

The most recent Ofsted inspection for this PRU was reported as "Good" with their core values being growth, respect, opportunity and well-being and continuing to enable pupils to succeed through targeted interventions and programmes.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• An enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Some experience working with or alongside pupils that may exhibit some elements of challenging behaviour is desirable
• A compassionate, resilient and patient personality
• A great understanding of safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people
• Be familiar with some tailored interventions and programmes that are used to support children and young people experiencing
  
  

Leader Education can offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD including Team Teach.
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
  
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience and qualifications that are relevant to this role. Please email your CV . or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

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  Full-time

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