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Learning Support Assistant
Support, nurture, inspire, empower.
THE SCHOOL
- Independent special school
- Small school for pupils aged 11-18
- Focus on social and emotional development
- Strong and trusting relationships between staff and pupils forming the foundation for success
- Motivational and progressive curriculum underpinned by the therapeutic principles of THRIVE®
THE JOB
- Support vulnerable young people aged 11 – 18 years, helping to raise their emotional wellbeing and their aspirations to learn.
- Develop an understanding of safeguarding and always make this a priority
- Implement strategies to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, developing an understanding of their Special Educational Needs.
- Work as part of a team to manage behaviour positively and in line with each pupil’s Behaviour Support Plan
- Provide specific support, dependent upon their individual needs, ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities.
- For further information on the school and this job role please read the Information Pack for Job Applicants
THE PERSON
- Experience of working with children and young people
- Experience of SEN an advantage
- An interest in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning
- An ability to effectively and positively manage challenging behaviour
- Professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Good general standard of education (GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English and Maths) and IT proficiency
THE COMPANY
- Nationwide group of schools and innovative professionals
- Holistic approach to education with a focus on emotional and social development
- Opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of children who may have been educationally overlooked
- Work as part of a dedicated and supportive team
SALARY:
£23,940 per annum.
WORKING HOURS:
Full-time | 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
One year contract initially with a view to becoming permanent
CLOSING DATE:
Completed application forms must be submitted by 5pm, 20th November 2024. Please note that applications will be viewed on receipt, we reserve the right to close the role early.
For further information on the school and the role please contact recruitment@ontrackeducation.com
On Track Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Robust safeguarding checks will be undertaken before the appointment is confirmed including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.
On Track places safeguarding at the heart of all that it does and all staff are expected to be mindful of safeguarding and child protection issues in relation to all pupils
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 therefore certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed, and if they are disclosed, we cannot take them into account.
We are an Equal Opportunities organisation, totally Committed 2 Equality. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
Learning Support Assistant, Quidenham, Norfolk
Support, nurture, inspire, empower.
THE SCHOOL
Swift House is based in Quidenham, Norfolk and is a new satellite school of our Mildenhall school
Independent special school
Small school for pupils aged 11-16
Focus on social and emotional development
Strong and trusting relationships between staff and pupils forming the foundation for success
Motivational and progressive curriculum underpinned by the therapeutic principles of THRIVE®
THE JOB
Support vulnerable young people aged 11 – 16 years, helping to raise their emotional wellbeing and their aspirations to learn.
Develop an understanding of safeguarding and always make this a priority
Implement strategies to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, developing an understanding of their Special Educational Needs.
Work as part of a team to manage behaviour positively and in line with each pupil’s Behaviour Support Plan
Provide specific support, dependent upon their individual needs, ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities.
For further information on the school and this job role please read the Information Pack for Job Applicants
THE PERSON
Experience of working with children and young people
Experience of SEN an advantage
An interest in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning
An ability to effectively and positively manage challenging behaviour
Professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Good general standard of education (GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English and Maths) and IT proficiency
THE COMPANY
Nationwide group of schools and innovative professionals
Holistic approach to education with a focus on emotional and social development
Opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of children who may have been
educationally overlooked
Work as part of a dedicated and supportive team
SALARY:
£24,420 per annum.
WORKING HOURS:
Full-time: 830am to 430pm Monday to Friday.
One year contract initially with a view to becoming permanent
CLOSING DATE:
Completed application forms must be submitted by 5pm, 20th November 2024. Please note that applications will be viewed on receipt, we reserve the right to close the role early.
For further information on the school and the role please contact recruitment@ontrackeducation.com
On Track Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Robust safeguarding checks will be undertaken before the appointment is confirmed including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.
On Track places safeguarding at the heart of all that it does and all staff are expected to be mindful of safeguarding and child protection issues in relation to all pupils
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 therefore certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed, and if they are disclosed, we cannot take them into account.
We are an Equal Opportunities organisation, totally Committed 2 Equality. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.