Teaching Assistant (Personal Care)

TeacherActive; Braunstone Town; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to support a SEND school in Leicester. The role involves working closely with students, providing personalized support and care as needed. Candidates should have a Level 2 or 3 qualification and at least 6 months experience in an educational environment. This position has the potential for long-term placement for the right individual. Attractive benefits include guaranteed payment terms and access to CPD courses.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme up to £200

Qualifications

• Must have relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification and experience in educational settings.
• Experience working with students on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Completed enhanced Child and Adult DBS disclosure required.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their education on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Provide personal care to service users as needed.
• Build a positive rapport with students and adapt to their individual needs.

Skills

Calm and patient approach

Good communication skills

Experience with personal care

Understanding of child protection guidelines

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification

Minimum 6 months experience in education

Job description

Overview

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school in Leicester LE3, supporting their recruitment for a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA. The setting is centred on pupil development, with an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and in emotional, social and behavioural skills. The school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this short-term role, with potential for a long-term placement for the right SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The successful candidate will bring a new dimension and skill set to this role, be keen to develop their own skills to adapt to the children’s individual needs, and have a positive impact on the wider school. You must be comfortable and confident in providing Personal Care to service users.

Responsibilities

• Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment
• A calm, patient and caring personal approach
• Experience with personal care
• Good communication skills
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child and Adult DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references.

Benefits and what you can expect

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and we will be in touch regarding this opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.