Overview
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Leicester
Start date: September
We are seeking dedicated support workers to join our team in supporting children with autism and special educational needs. The role involves assisting the teacher in providing care and education to children, ensuring a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. We are searching for a team of dedicated, like minded individuals to be part of the school and to help build on our values and vision for both the young people and the team.
Responsibilities
Day-to-day duties may involve:
* Support teaching and learning.
* Work with children 1:1 or delivering sessions with small groups of students.
* Manage classroom resources.
* Take children on educational trips and visits.
* Have their lunch with children who struggle socially.
* Have a good basic understanding of English and Maths.
* Keep children safe when they are experiencing heightened behaviours with strong behaviour management skills and effective communication.
* Create, play and teach games to pupils to develop their social skills or further their learning.
* Celebrate success.
* Participate in therapeutic training sessions or reflecting on difficult periods.
Our TAs are highly valued members of our team. We want our TAs to be part of the decision making that drives our school, provide outcomes for children and advocate for every child. We welcome their input in developing both the academic curriculum and the opportunities in our extra-curricular offer, bringing their own interests and passions to the table.
Qualifications
* Experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs and past trauma
* Knowledge of early childhood development
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to effectively educate and engage students in learning activities
* Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children
* Ability to work well as part of a team and follow directions from the lead teacher
* Level 2 SEND qualification
Qualifications (Pre Apprenticeship Training Provided By SCCU)
* Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability
* Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools
Eligibility criteria
* You must be 19+
* Have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
* Not currently in education
* Currently unemployed or in receipt of low wage (Under £25,000)
Need more info?
Our Talent Bank team will answer your questions. 02476 936 969
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