Post 16 Learning Support Assistant in Sutton

Protocol Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding special needs college in Greater London is seeking passionate learning support assistants. This rewarding role involves supporting students with life skills and academic development, fostering their independence through recreational activities and vocational courses. The college offers a full-time position with job security and the opportunity for professional development. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying competitive pay and equal treatment with permanent staff. If you are ready for a fulfilling challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Rates of Pay

Equal Pay with Permanent Staff

Opportunity for Training

FREE Continued Professional Development Training

Qualifications

• Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A calm and consistent approach is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-on-one and in group settings.
• Assist with life skills such as cooking, shopping, and social integration.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Calm Approach

Encouraging Manner

Ability to Inspire Trust

Education

Relevant Qualifications for Teaching Assistants

Job description

Protocol Education are currently seeking learning support assistants to work in an outstanding special needs college located in Sutton to start after Easter. This particular college are looking for teaching assistants who are looking to try something new and are passionate about students learning and development. This role will be supporting students on a one to one basis as well as working together as a team. If successful, you will be supporting students with life skills such as cooking, washing, shopping, developing social skills by supporting them in the community and also working with students in recreational activities and vocational courses such as work placements. This college are recruiting immediately and throughout the term.

The role:

• Located in Sutton, London
• Full time - Monday to Thursday with the option of work on Fridays
• Long term opportunity with job security
• Supporting students in class ranging from 6 - 8 students per class
• Developing students speech and language and numeracy skills
• Working in the community with students in activities such as the farm, work placements, bowling
• Teaching life skills such as cooking and gardening

The candidate:

• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a calm and consistent approach
• Have a supporting and encouraging manner with learners and an ability to inspire trust and to motivate the child in their care to integrate and learn through play

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay
• No umbrella companies, no hidden costs
• Equal pay with permanent staff members
• Opportunity to be trained during the role
• FREE continued professional development training (CPD) including Team Teach

If you are looking for a rewarding challenge and have the suitable qualifications and personal qualities, we would encourage you to Apply Now or alternatively please email your CV to [e-mail].

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