SEN Learning Support Assistant. Job in Bournville Education & Training Jobs

ABC Teachers; Dawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education recruitment agency is seeking a skilled SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Birmingham. You will work with students with Social, Emotional, or Mental Health needs, helping them to achieve their educational goals. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children with special needs and possess strong communication skills. The position is full-time with opportunities for ongoing work.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE professional development training

Generous referral bonus scheme

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and young people with special educational needs.
• Ability to obtain suitable references and complete a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with SEMH needs in Key Stage 3.
• Develop professional relationships and support learning.
• Monitor student progress and provide tailored support.

Skills

Experience with children with special educational needs

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Education

Youth Work or Health and Social Care qualifications

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

ABC Teachers is looking for skilled SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN School in Birmingham on a full-time basis.

About the role:

• Ability to work confidently with students with a range of Social, Emotional or Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Key Stage 3.
• Develop strong, professional relationships with the pupils to understand their range of complex needs and how best to assist them in school.
• Assist the class teacher with the delivery of planned lessons and support with smaller groups or 1:1 during class activities.

• Assess and monitor student s progress, using assessments from their home schools and robust baseline diagnosis, aiming to reduce the impact of their medical conditions on their educational outcomes.
• Full time position available for an immediate start, with potential for ongoing work for the right candidate.

About the school:

• The school supports people in years 7-9 who haven t been able to access mainstream education for reasons relating to their SEMH needs.
• Has smaller class sizes, allowing for learning to be tailored based on individual pupils abilities, interests and needs.
• Offers a broad and balanced curriculum, differentiated and personalised to the needs of the pupils.
• The school delivers a holistic curriculum and fosters inclusivity, thrives on high aspirations, nurtures emotional well-being and prioritises safety for all.
• Based in Birmingham and easily accessible from Coventry, Worcester, and surrounding areas.

About you:

To be considered for the skilled SEN Learning Support Assistant position, you will:

• Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.

• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.

• Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students

• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What ABC Teachers offer

As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.

• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).

• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).

• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.

• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.

• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply

If you are a SEN Teacher who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).

Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.