Job Description

Learning Support Assistant – Ashford – ASAP

** Location: Ashford, Kent

** Start: ASAP

** Placement: Full-time, Long term

** Independent Special School

** Pay rate: £85-£100

Twenty4Seven Education is seeking a nurturing, resilient and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work within a modern well-resourced ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated Independent Special School. This exciting new role is to start ASAP on a full-time long term basis. Children and young people with a wide range of needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), varied learning difficulties and associated conditions, are all able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes at this wonderful School.

As a LSA, you will support teachers to take a creative approach to teaching pupils according to their educational needs, maximising pupil’s achievement, and ability to develop.

If you are devoted to making sure that each student can put any negative pre-experiences behind them in a unique, calm and settled atmosphere. Apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide 1:1 and/or small group support to reinforce learning expectations

* Offer personalised assistance to students with SEMH

* Help implement and monitor any Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)

* Help provide a safe, stimulating and structured environment

* Support students in managing their behaviour and regulating their emotions following the school behaviour policy

* Maintain clear and professional communication with other colleagues, professionals and parents/carers regarding student progress, well-being and any arising issues

* Assist in preparing teaching materials and classroom resources

* Keep accurate records of student activities, progress and behaviour

Qualifications & Experience:

* Minimum Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent

* Experience working with children with SEND within an educational setting or similar (minimum of 3 months of experience)

* Child and Adult DBS check on the Update Service or willing to pay and apply for a new one (Twenty4Seven Education can assist you with this process)

* You can demonstrate a patient, compassionate, and proactive approach to working with children

* You have excellent communication and teamwork skills

* You are committed to creating a supportive learning environment

The Benefits of Twenty4Seven Education:

* T4S is an accredited REC member

* 24/7 support from your designated dedicated and friendly consultant

* Competitive pay rates

* Recommend-a-Friend Scheme

* Opportunities for further professional training from our Education Support at Twenty4Seven Education

* FREE safeguarding training

Twenty4Seven Education is dedicated to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect every candidate to share this commitment. Assignments are subject to safeguarding and child protection screening in line with DfE policies, including right to work, employment references and Enhanced DBS checks. Full assistance will be provided