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About the role
Connex Education is partnering with a SEND school in the Churh Village area of Rhondda Cynon Taf to recruit an experienced Learning Support Assistant. While prior experience in special needs is not required, a solid understanding of the needs of learners with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) and/or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges would be beneficial. Candidates with a background in mainstream education or experience as care or support workers will be well-suited for this role.
About the school
Our partner school has a goal to empower ambitious, capable learners to embrace lifelong learning while actively participating in daily life and work in Wales and the global community. This is achieved through their nurturing ethos, which fosters confidence and promotes the wellbeing of both mind and body. The school supports pupils with a variety of additional learning needs, including ADHD, ASD, PMLD, and SEMH. While the role can present challenges, the sense of job satisfaction and reward is unmatched, offering a truly unique and fulfilling experience.
As a Learning Support Assistant in a SEND school, we are seeking individuals who are adaptable and capable of working across all Key Stages. You should be enthusiastic about contributing to a variety of curriculum activities and ideas. The ideal candidate will support pupils in engaging with and enjoying enriching experiences, while also understanding the importance of offering both strong support and suitable challenges.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
* Competitive daily rate
* Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
* Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
Person specification
* Aged 19 and over
* C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
* Care / Support Worker Background
* DBS for Child & Adult on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
* EWC registered
If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.
Protected characteristics statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
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