Learning Support Assistant

1 month ago

Newton Abbott, United Kingdom Outcomes First Group Full time

Job Title:             Learning Support Assistant

Salary:                 £20,627.50 - £22,000 (actual salary)

Location:             School For Inspiring Talents, Devon 

Contract:             Permanent; Term Time Only

Hours:                 37 hours per week; Monday to Friday

About us 

School for Inspiring Talents (SfIT) is an independent day school, supporting the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16; those children who do not find it easy to fit into existing educational provision. This can be for many reasons, including a range of behavioural, emotional and educational challenges, exacerbated by being on the autistic spectrum. Other difficulties such as sensory processing disorders, attachment disorders or those having faced trauma in their lives.

It is our intention that every student will achieve their full potential in both academic and personal development. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education which supports our students to develop independence and social skills whilst living in their home environment.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Job Summary and Duties

As a Learning Support Assistant based at our Newton Abbot / Ashburton school(s) you will be a key member of our team, enhancing the education of our students. This is a great opportunity in a growing school with excellent opportunities to build experience working amongst young people with Social, Emotional & Mental Health difficulties (SEMH).

The role will be challenging but rewarding, working in a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference. You will be expected to lead the teaching of and co-ordinate flexible, person-centred programmes of study for individuals and groups of pupils. You will be able to demonstrate a practical, hands-on approach to teaching and be prepared to go above and beyond for the young people we support.

Following a thorough induction programme, your duties will include:

  • Work under the guidance of the Deputy Principal and class teacher in the planning and implementation of work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils with special needs. 
  • Provide general support to the class teacher in the management and organisation of pupil(s) with special needs in the classroom. 
  • Assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment. 
  • Promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop. 
  • Responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

Key Skills Required

  • Good numeracy and literacy skills.
  • Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
  • Experience of working with children with additional needs.
  • Experience of general clerical/ administrative work.
  • Training in relevant strategies in curriculum or learning area.

Why join Acorn Education? 

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

  • Life Assurance
  • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
  • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, which enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

  • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
  • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

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