SEND Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel are currently working with a specialist provision secondary school in Manchester to find a passionate Learning Support Assistant that will be classroom based. The school works with young people from the age of 11 to 18, though many pupils will be working at a lower level. The role would involve working one to one and in small groups to provide individualised support for students with complex needs, like ASC or autistic traits.

Key responsibilities:

-          Working one to one with children following their EHCP and behaviour plans to provide tailored support

-          Assist the pupils with both learning activities and continuous provision

-          Forster a nurturing, inclusive and motivating environment

-          Collaborate closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other staff to implement appropriate teaching strategies

-          Promote an environment where pupils feel valued, respected and motivated

-          Possible personal care and mobility support

Requirements:

-          Previous experience working with young people who have additional learning needs

-          Experience and confidence with challenging behaviour, knowledge of deescalation strategies and building relationships

-          Be confident in working and assisting students independently

-          Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

-          Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

If you are interested in this role and meet the requirements above, please apply with an up-to-date CV that highlights relevant experience and qualifications.

When applying through Teaching Personnel, an enhanced DBS on the update service is a required document. If you do not have one already, you will be asked to apply for one through Teaching Personnel before you are able to start in a position.

Any applicants that have been out of the UK for more than 3 months over the past 5 years will be asked to provide an overseas criminal clearance check. If you do not already have one of these, please apply for this before applying to this role

All applicants must have a permanent residence and right to work in the UK. If you are currently based in another country, please do not apply for these roles as we will not be able to process your application.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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