At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs and assist in their learning journey.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on making a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training provided, and a rewarding work environment.
- Other info: Flexible working across secondary age range with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping children overcome challenges and thrive.
- Qualifications: Level 2 childcare qualification and experience in a SEN setting preferred.
Salary: £15.24 p/hour
Location: Emsworth/Portsmouth/Havant
The Role:
- One to One learning support - the role is primarily to support pupils with additional needs together with playground duties.
- Working with individual or groups of pupils. This includes operating structured work schedules with pupils and carrying out group tasks as directed by the teacher. Maintain records as required by the class teacher or therapist.
- Undertake personal/intimate medical work for children with special needs (training will be given).
- Prepare materials and equipment for named children under the supervision of the class teacher, differentiating where needed.
- To use ICT to make/develop resources and as an integral part of the teaching and learning process.
- Go off-site with groups of children and contribute to their supervision as required in the County regulations and procedures.
- Assist in the supervision of pupils at break time and lunchtime in the playground, supporting the teacher in ensuring the maintenance of high standards of behaviour.
- Escort children to and from school transport, playground, etc.
- Maintain communication with parents of pupils where required.
- Participate in team planning and preparation.
Experience/Qualifications:
- Relevant qualification in childcare education (ie. Level 2).
- Clean Driving Licence (Desirable, not essential).
- Minimum of 6 months experience within a childcare/SEN setting.
- Enjoy working with children who have complex learning difficulties.
- Able to work flexibly across the full secondary age range.
Safeguarding Statement: At Humly, we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups' regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service ("the DBS") and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).
School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 unless it is a "protected" conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.
SEN LSA in Emsworth employer: Humly South
At Humly, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Located in the vibrant areas of Emsworth, Portsmouth, and Havant, we provide our staff with opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside competitive pay and comprehensive training. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs, while enjoying a fulfilling career in a nurturing environment.
