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SalaryElementa is working with a specialist education provider, Alternative Provision, for students that have encountered trauma or have anxiety & mental health needs. All students have an EHCP for at least SEMH and display challenging behaviour. The organisation focus on a holistic and creative education approach in order to reintegrate the students into mainstream schooling, or achieve their full potential whilst out of mainstream education. The school have been highly successful at student reintegration (into mainstream schooling) and they have achieved this by using a range of education approaches which include outdoor learning, Forest School, classroom-based learning, excursions and practical learning sessions.
In the last 6 years the school have improved from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' in their Ofsted inspections. Recently they were awarded section 41 school status, which further demonstrates the hard work put in by the team. The inspiring headteacher has created a positive & progressive learning environment for the students and staff to work in.
The role of the Learning Support Assistant in this setting is both academic & pastoral. Clear parameters are set for individuals development as their approach is equally focused on preparing young people for life out of education. The ideal person for this role will have a positive outlook, a resilient & unflappable nature, have a sound understanding of safeguarding, display good working practices when working with vulnerable learners, be able to set clear boundaries, and uphold the school’s expectations & policies.
Previous experience of positive behaviour management strategies or Team Teach training would be an advantage in being considered for this job opportunity. For a successful applicant, free Team Teach training would be offered.
Essential applicant criteria:
- driving licence & car owner
- (compensated) willing to travel between school sites in Somerset
- (compensated) willing to transport students if required in their own car; appropriate car insurance required
- clear DBS (civil offences may be permissible)
Additional job benefits:
- Health Assured Employee Assistance programme to all staff members
- Support with health & lifestyle, legal information, home and work life
- Staff can access an unlimited confidential telephone helpline for this support
- Staff also receive a pension with the school paying 3% of their salary per annum
Elementa will be managing all applicants and screening their suitability for the school. Elementa are not a supply agency, we are a schools services & recruiting partner to schools. We will manage the candidate vetting & compliance and process your payroll on behalf of the school whilst on contract. Therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £52) unless you have a current DBS on the update service.
If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
- PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship; no umbrella companies.
- Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
