Senior Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Paid enhanced DBS

Term-time only with holidays off

Training and development opportunities

Refer a friend £500 bonus

Job summary

St Elizabeth’s Centre in Hertfordshire is seeking a Senior Learning Practitioner for a 16-25 provision. The role is term-time only (39 weeks) with a pro rata annual salary of £24,202.

You will work with teachers and a multidisciplinary team to deliver learning activities and support learners to achieve their goals. The successful candidate will have Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning and may have Makaton training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with additional needs, including autism, epilepsy and learning disabilities.
• Confident delivering learning activities and managing classroom dynamics.
• Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support learning activities for individuals, groups and classes.
• Assist with lesson planning, delivery and assessment.
• Monitor, record and report learner progress.
• Support development and implementation of learning, behaviour and personal care plans.
• Collaborate with education, therapy, medical and care teams to ensure outcomes.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Classroom management

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Senior Learning Practitioner - (16 - 19 provision)Location: St Elizabeth’s School, Much Hadham, HertfordshireContract: Term-time only (Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year)Salary: £24,202 per annum (pro rata salary)

At St Elizabeth's Centre, we support children, young people and adults with epilepsy and complex needs to achieve their full potential. Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our specialist education and care services provide life-changing opportunities every day.We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Learning Practitioners to join our thriving 16-25 provision. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to helping young people develop meaningful life skills, independence, confidence and aspirations for adulthood.

About St Elizabeth’s Centre

Nestled in 60 acres of peaceful countryside, St Elizabeth’s is a national charity that has supported children, young people, and adults with complex medical and learning needs for over 120 years. We provide a specialist School, Sixth Form, College, residential care, supported living and on-site health services.Our mission is to help every person we support Live Life to the Full, and our values — aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate — are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

Working closely with Teachers and a multidisciplinary team, you will take responsibility for delivering agreed learning activities and support learners to achieve their individual goals. You will play a key role in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment whilst helping to develop independence and self-confidence.Key responsibilities include:Delivering and supporting learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes.Supporting lesson planning, delivery and assessment.Monitoring, recording and reporting on learner progress.Supporting the development and implementation of individual learning, behaviour and personal care plans.Promoting positive behaviour and learner engagement.Working collaboratively with education, therapy, medical and care teams to ensure excellent outcomes.Mentoring and supporting colleagues as required.Supporting learners during community activities, educational visits and enrichment opportunities.

About you

We're looking for someone who:Has experience supporting learners with additional needs, including autism, epilepsy and learning disabilities.Is confident delivering learning activities and supporting classroom management.Is excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.Is committed to promoting dignity, independence and inclusion.Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Has a positive, proactive and compassionate approach. A Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (or equivalent) and additional training such as Makaton would be advantageous.

Why work for St Elizabeth's?

You’ll join a supportive, inclusive environment where your work is valued, and your wellbeing is prioritised. We offer:Term-time only role – enjoy work-life balance with school holidays off.Supportive hours:Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:30am – 4:00pmTues: 8:30am – 5:00pmFri: early finish at 3:45pm!Comprehensive training and development opportunitiesRecommend a Friend bonus of up to £500 (T&Cs apply)Free on-site parking and discounted meals in our on-site canteenPaid enhanced DBS.Beautiful countryside locationOpportunities to grow within a multi-disciplinary team across school, college, care, and therapy.

Inclusion & Safeguarding

At St Elizabeth’s, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and recognised as an Investor in People.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All offers are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Some roles may involve regulated activity, and applying while barred is a criminal offence.Support learners. Grow futures. Find purpose. Be part of something bigger at St Elizabeth's.