TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Secondary School in Chesterfield supporting with their recruitment for a Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills.
The school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this short-term role, although there is potential for this to become a long-term placement for the right Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The successful Learning Support Assistant / LSA 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.
The position will involve working with students across Year 7 - Year 11.
A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary.
The ideal TA / Teaching Assistant should have the following:
1. Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment
2. A calm, patient and caring personal
3. Experience with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities & Challenging Behaviour
4. Good communication skills
5. A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
6. 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.
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
7. A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
8. Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
9. CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
10. Market leading rates of pay
11. 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.
If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL: hollie.snodin@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888
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.