Here at Long-Term Teachers, we are excited to recruit on behalf of an independent special school nestled in the peaceful surroundings of the countryside.
The school provides tailored education to young people aged 8 - 18, with a commitment to creating an enriching and supportive environment where students can achieve far beyond expectations. The school's individualised approach combines academic, vocational and therapeutic programs, with a dedicated team supporting students' unique learning journeys.
About the role: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to engage directly with students, fostering their growth and helping them reach their full potential.
Working closely with experienced education and therapeutic teams you will support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, taking part in classroom activities and outdoor educational experiences, including at a nearby farm.
Your role will include preparing learning materials, assisting with hands-on activities and addressing students' emotional and physical needs, making a meaningful impact on their development.
Who we're looking for: The ideal candidate will be adaptable, enthusiastic and ready to contribute in a variety of learning environments.
You may lead indoor or outdoor activities, assist in vocational training, or supervise students as they explore their surroundings.
This position suits someone who thrives in a team-orientated environment and values collaboration.
Relevant qualifications in teaching and learning support would be beneficial but not essential.Due to the nature of the students, you must be able to confidently manage challenging behaviour in a calm and patient manner.
Working with Long-term Teachers: We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools. LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role.
We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.
Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like.
You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you. We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance.
Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.
In addition you will receive: Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities Permanent job roles Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process Working to Agency Workers Regulations Interview preparation, advice and support Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay