Learning Support Assistant
- Location: To be confirmed
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience
We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team, working with children to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment that prioritises their holistic development. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for the success of every child.
Day to Day of the Role:
- Building strong, supportive relationships with children, focusing on those with PDA, ASC, ADHD.
- Creating a welcoming and caring atmosphere conducive to the full development of the child.
- Collecting educational attainment evidence from 1-1 sessions as directed by the Lead Tutor.
- Working collaboratively with a range of professionals to deliver provision as outlined in reports.
- Engaging difficult-to-reach young people through their interests, creating activities and resources.
- Writing concise reports and taking accurate notes.
- Acting as a safeguarding adult within the home and maintaining a thorough understanding of safeguarding practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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Essential:
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Experience working with pupils with PDA, ASC, ADHD.
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Ability to build positive relationships with young people with PDA.
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Experience managing high-level anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks in pupils.
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Valid driving licence and ability to travel as required.
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Competence in collecting educational evidence and report writing.
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Innovative engagement strategies for difficult-to-reach young people.
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Excellent understanding of safeguarding principles.
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Desirable:
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Experience working with an assistance dog.
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Familiarity with the NCFE framework.
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Experience in a self-directed education environment.
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Understanding of EOTAS packages.
If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant role, please apply now! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided.