Learning Support Assistant - Outstanding Alternative Provision Do you have a passion for supporting young people who have faced challenges in their education? Are you ready to make a real difference in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our team at a leading alternative provision centre. We provide a range of educational opportunities for students from Reception and KS1 through to KS4, supporting them to achieve their full potential. What You'll Do: Make a difference: Work with a diverse group of learners who have faced challenges in their education, providing individual and small group support to help them succeed. Support and Encourage: Be a key part of a team that encourages students to achieve as many nationally recognized qualifications as possible and participate in wider learning opportunities. Create a Positive Environment: Work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a positive and supportive learning environment. Be Hands-On: Be involved in a range of activities, including preparing learning materials, supporting students with their work, and providing individualised support. We are looking for individuals with: Experience working with young people who have experienced difficulties in mainstream education. You'll need to demonstrate your understanding of the challenges these students face and your ability to build positive relationships. A strong understanding of child development and learning needs, particularly those with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. You'll need to be able to adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each student. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You'll need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, and colleagues. Resilience and a positive attitude. This role requires a strong commitment to supporting students, even when faced with challenging situations. What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative environment with a dedicated team of professionals. You'll be part of a team that is committed to providing the best possible support for our students. Opportunities for professional development and training. We are committed to supporting our staff to develop their skills and knowledge. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role, please contact Claire on 01293 527416 or email claire.watson@randstad.co.uk for more information. We look forward to hearing from you! experience Non Teaching skills ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience