Unqualified Learning Support Assistant Start Date: December 2024 Closing Date: Friday 22nd November 2024 Hours: 8.30am-3.30pm - Mon to Friday (part time options available) Location: Swindon SEN Schools across Swindon are looking for several Learning Support Assistants to join their teams on either a full or part-time basis.
They are seeking individuals who are empathetic, driven and most importantly passionate about working with young people.
The role will entail working on a 1:1 or small group basis with children from across all key stages to support them with the aim of improved engagement with their learning.
You will be supporting children with Special Educational Needs/ Disabilities (SEND) or Social Emotional Mental Health needs (SEMH). Whilst experience of working in an education setting may be beneficial, it is not essential.
Prior candidates who were successful had backgrounds in: Youth Work, Care/ Hospital experience, Art/ Creative backgrounds, Psychology/ Sociology Graduates.
This list is not exhaustive, so please get in touch if you are keen to kickstart your career in education.
You do not need to hold any formal teaching/ learning support qualifications, but you must feel comfortable supporting students with their learning.
The successful candidate will: Have strong communication skills Deal with situations calmly and sensitively Have a collaborative approach and be able to work closely with other staff and families Care deeply about pupils academic, emotional and personal development Be able to use their initiative in meeting the needs of the student, depending on their individual communication and learning skills Have drive and determination Be adaptable, proactive and positive In addition, Protocol Education can offer: Competitive rates of pay Flexible or guaranteed work available to suit your needs FREE continued professional development training (CPD) including Team Teach Ongoing honest, friendly, and professional support from our dedicated team of experts A £50 bonus if you introduce someone new to Protocol Education, as a thank you If this role is of interest to you please apply ASAP.
Here at Protocol Education, we strive to ensure that each and every candidate has an opportunity to find their ideal job.
For a number of years, we are proud to have worked alongside fantastic institutions of learning (Primary, Secondary and SEND) to provide them with high quality teachers and support staff.
To apply for this role you must be based in the UK with proof right to work Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2022, REC audited, Investor In People, CPD Member If you are interested in this role please apply through this advert or apply on our Protocol Education website.
We pride ourselves on employing a wide range of educators from a variety of experienced backgrounds and settings as well as aspiring educators and teachers with diverse experiences and transferable skills who are passionate and caring individuals to educate children and young people within our schools.
Please note, to apply for this role you must have right to work in the UK If you feel you would be great for this role, apply today!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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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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