Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

3 weeks ago


United Kingdom Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd Full time

Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time/Temporary, Term Time Only (8:30am-3:30pm)

Salary: £83-£90 a day

Veritas Education are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Learning Support Assistant to join a primary special school in Keighley. As a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing individualised support to students with diverse learning needs, ensuring they have equal access to education and opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special needs, helping them access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities.
  • Following learning plans for students with special needs, collaborating with teachers and other professionals to ensure tailored support.
  • Promote an inclusive learning environment by fostering positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents, and by actively participating in the planning and delivery of lessons.
  • Implement behaviour management strategies and support plans to address challenging behaviours and promote positive social interactions among students.
  • Support students with Special Educational Needs, Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities, complex needs and challenging behaviours.
  • Assist with moving and handling and intimate hygiene care, where necessary.
  • Attend relevant training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in special education and learning support.

Requirements:

  • Experience working with students or adults with special educational needs is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of special needs and the UK education system.
  • Knowledge of different learning styles and the ability to adapt teaching methods accordingly.
  • Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs.
  • Level 2 Team Teach trained, although this can be offered by Veritas.
  • Safeguarding trained, although this can be offered by Veritas.
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Hold an enhanced child and adult workforce DBS or be willing to apply for one upon registration.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to cshepherd@veritas-education.com. Please indicate the position title in the subject line - Special Needs Learning Support Assistant. Veritas Education is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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