Learning Support Assistant

Role: Learning Support Assistant
Start: June
Location: Stockport
Salary: 18,000 to £22,000 per annum
Hours: Full time: Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 4:00pm
Essential Criteria: Own transport
Are you passionate about education and committed to supporting students to reach their full potential as a Learning Support Assistant? We are currently working in partnership with an alternative provision in Stockport who are seeking a Learning Support Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity for the right individual to really make a difference... Why not let that person be you?
About the school:
Simply Education is currently working in partnership with an alternative provision providing bespoke learning opportunities for young people aged 11-16 with Autism with associated social and communication needs, trauma and attachment. The classes are small with around 5 students at any time; the school focuses on changing students’ mindset and giving their students the tools to be successful in their future.
The role:
The school is currently looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work on a 1.1 basis with pupils displaying challenging behaviour. The ideal Learning Support Assistant can engage well with pupils and has strong skills in de-escalating and supporting challenging behaviour. Students in this provision need to feel encouraged and supported when facing challenges in their learning so the right candidate must be a real advocate for supporting students to reach their full potential.
Due to the nature of the role, the School is looking for somebody who has previously worked in a School and has relevant experience working with vulnerable children with SEN needs. The ideal candidate would be able to commit to a full-time role Monday - Friday 8:30am till 4:00pm as students receiving consistency is vital. A full clean driving license and access to own transport is essential due to the location of the School.
Requirements:
- GCSE in Maths and English graded C and above
- A good understanding of behaviour management and how to implement this into your practice.
- Experience working with children with additional needs
- Full, Clean driving license and access to own transport is essential
Key responsibilities:
- Building nurturing and meaningful relationships with pupils with SEND
- Be comfortable working with small groups to support pupils with their learning.
- Experience and a good understanding of behaviour management and how to implement this into your practice
- Supporting with individualized student programs.
- Great personality who can engage with children
- Understand the different requirements of individual SEN and adapt accordingly
- A passion for education and for making a difference in education
- Additional skills such as Sport, Music and Art are a bonus
Advantages of working in an alternative provision:
- Shorter working hours which will help you to establish a better work life balance.
- Smaller class sizes where you can really get to know your students
- More non-contact time so marking can be done during the working hours
- Flexibility within the curriculum meaning you can be creative with your approach
- Satisfaction in supporting and seeing students reach their full potential.
The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:
-Your own dedicated consultant who will support, advise, and guide you through the registration process.
-Daily access to your dedicated consultant via phone/text/email – That can answer any arising questions or needs.
-Exclusive access to our Professional Learning Specialists – We offer several SEND courses such as Autism Awareness, De-escalation Practices, An introduction to the role of a Teaching Assistant and Behaviour management. All our courses are completely free and will help you to upskill your understanding and approach.
-Competitive rates of pay.
-Minimal administration (no time sheets!) – At Simply Education we pride ourselves in making the process easier for you as candidates. We process all timesheets for you ensuring the pay is always on time.
-Email and SMS verification of bookings – For all bookings you will receive a booking confirmation and directs to the school. You will also have access to an online diary system where you can view your bookings and update your availability.
If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant position, please click 'apply now' and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.  Alternatively, for an informal chat about the Learning Support Assistant role, please contact Robyn Doolan, SEND Recruitment Consultant at our Manchester Office in the City Centre on (phone number removed).
If shortlisted, Robyn will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview (online or face-to-face) and to undergo relevant safeguarding checks alongside completion of an application form.
All candidates who register with Simply Education will also have 2 years referencing taken up and will be required to have an obtain a DBS with relevant checks completed. All offers are conditional pending the completion of referencing.