Job description
Learning Support Assistants
Prospero Teaching are currently seeking experienced Learning Support Assistants for a ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rated SEN School located in the Winchester area.
*Good public transport links including buses and trains
The school provide specialist education and care for pupils aged 11-19 years with Learning Disabilities & Associated Needs including: Autism, Speech & Language Disorders and Challenging Behaviour.
As a successful candidate you will be joining a dedicated team providing a nurturing and caring environment for all pupils to excel and ensuring the best education possible.
Previous experiences working within a schools setting and/or special educational needs would be advantageous but not essential as ongoing training will be offered throughout the role.
This fantastic school offers a pupil centred educational programme encouraging the developments of all pupils.
Contract Details for the Learning Support Assistants:
1. Location – Winchester, Hampshire
2. Position – Learning Support Assistant
3. Type of work – Supporting students with Autism & Learning Difficulties
4. Start date – Immediate Start (pending onboarding checks)
5. Contract type – Temporary/Permanent
6. Full time/part time – Full-Time Monday to Friday
7. Minimum rate of pay – From £ per day
Experience, Training and Qualifications required for the SEN Teaching Assistant role:
8. Previous LSA experience is required, ideally within the SEN Sector, although this is not essential providing you have the right attitude and desire.
9. A passion for working with children with ASD, Aspergers, Complex Needs
10. Pro Active in the classroom and a willingness to join in with class activities.
11. You should have lots of energy and enthusiasm with a positive attitude towards working with SEN students.
12. Happy to undertake personal care responsibilities
To be eligible as an SEN Teaching Assistant role through Prospero Teaching you must:
13. Hold Right to Work in the UK
14. Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
15. Provide two professional child related references