Are you someone who can build strong relationships with young people, provide a positive role model and use their interests to help them engage, develop confidence and reach their potential?
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
Aspire People is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work on a long-term basis within a specialist SEND school in Stockport, supporting secondary and college-aged pupils with a range of additional needs.
We're particularly interested in people who have developed strong relationship-building and mentoring skills through backgrounds such as sports coaching, youth work, children's residential care, mentoring, SEND support or other roles working with young people.
You don't necessarily need to have followed a traditional route into education. For this school, your ability to connect with young people, remain calm and consistent and become a trusted, positive influence is incredibly important.
The Role
You'll work alongside an experienced SEND team, supporting young people to access their education and develop the wider skills they need for adulthood.
Depending on the pupils you're supporting, your role could involve:
Building strong and consistent relationships with young people.
Supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and additional complex learning needs.
Helping pupils engage positively with learning and school life.
Supporting emotional regulation and behaviours that may challenge.
Providing clear boundaries, consistency and encouragement.
Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within the classroom.
Using pupils' interests, including sport and physical activity where appropriate, to build rapport and encourage engagement.
Supporting confidence, independence, communication and social development.
Being a positive and aspirational role model for the young people you work with. xgikmsk
Could your experience transfer into SEND education?
We're keen to hear from people with backgrounds including:
Sports coaching and sports development
Children's residential care
Youth work
Mentoring
Behaviour support
SEND or Learning Support
Community and outreach work
Graduates from Sport, Psychology, Criminology, Youth Studies or related subjects
Experience within a SEND school is beneficial, but the right attitude, resilience and ability to build ...
Behaviour Support Assistant Sports employer: Aspire People Limited Careers
Our school is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture where every team member is valued. Located in Birmingham, we provide ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role as a SEN Teaching Assistant, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that fosters a nurturing environment for both staff and students alike.
Contact Details:
Aspire People Limited Careers Recruitment Team
