At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs and help them thrive in a classroom environment.
- Company: A supportive secondary school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
- Other info: Full training provided, with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for helping young people.
Make a meaningful difference to young people by providing inclusive learning and SEND support across a secondary school. Previous similar experience is desirable, not essential, with comprehensive induction and professional development provided. Full training is provided.
Applications are welcomed from graduates, career changers and individuals looking to start a rewarding career supporting young people in education. If you have also worked in the following roles, we would also like to hear from you: Learning Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Student Support Officer, Pastoral Support Officer, Learning Support Worker, Education Support Assistant.
SALARY: £25,614 per annum FTE (£16,937 Actual) + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 29.18 hours per week, one day 8:30am - 4:00pm, flexibility to choose the day, excluding Fridays and 8.30am to 3.10pm for four additional days, term time only (38 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant who wants to help students with additional needs achieve their potential and become confident, independent learners. Working across all subject areas, the Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant will provide classroom and small-group support while adapting strategies to students' individual SEND. You will work closely with teachers, contribute to student progress and create positive learning relationships. The Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant will also receive ongoing professional learning and development.
DUTIES
- Provide effective support to students across subject areas in classroom settings and small groups.
- Understand individual needs relating to cognition and learning, communication and interaction, sensory or physical disability, and social, emotional and mental health.
- Encourage motivation, independence and confidence while helping students make positive progress.
- Liaise proactively with class teachers to understand required support and provide feedback on student progress.
- Contribute feedback to annual review meetings and gather students' views where required.
- Undertake break and lunchtime duties and support extra-curricular and after-school activities on a rota basis.
- Work in accordance with safeguarding requirements, health and safety regulations and agreed working practices.
- Take part in relevant training and professional development and undertake other reasonable duties as directed.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate positively to students and teachers.
- Resilience, adaptability, patience and a positive, approachable attitude.
- A good standard of numeracy and literacy.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to supporting students with additional needs to develop, progress and become more independent.
- Understanding of the statutory framework relating to safeguarding.
DESIRABLE
- Previous experience in a similar education or learning-support role.
BENEFITS
- Comprehensive induction with a dedicated mentor.
- Continuous professional learning and high-quality CPD programmes.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Extensive department resources and facilities.
- Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice.
- Staff membership rates at a modern leisure centre.
- Enrolment in one of the UK's largest public-sector pension schemes.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks. The school reserves the right to close vacancies early.
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