At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEND through 1:1 and small group learning.
- Company: Join a supportive college team in Walthamstow.
- Benefits: Earn £18.00 per hour with ongoing training and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Long-term role starting in September with weekly payroll.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's education and independence.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and personal care preferred; GCSEs in English and Maths are ideal.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 18 £ per hour.
Join Us for an Exciting Opportunity as a Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) at Walthamstow!!!
- Are you looking for a rewarding
- Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) role in
Walthamstow starting this September?
- Morgan Hunt are delighted to be working with
- Walthamstow on a preferred supplier basis to recruit experienced and passionate
Learning Support Assistants (Personal Care) to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). If you're committed to helping learners achieve their full potential, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Title
Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care)
Job Type
Full Time | Temporary | Long-Term
Location
Waltham Forest, East London
Industry
Education & Training
Start Date
September
Pay Rate
£18.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group learning support to students with SEND across a range of curriculum areas.
- Support learners with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, learning disabilities and physical disabilities.
- Assist students with personal care, including toileting, changing, feeding and mobility support where required.
- Promote independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
- Adapt learning activities under the direction of teaching staff.
- Support students both in mainstream classrooms and specialist learning environments.
- Maintain accurate records of learner progress and daily support provided.
- Assist with implementing EHCP targets and individual support plans.
- Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with lecturers, the Additional Learning Support Team and safeguarding staff.
- Follow all safeguarding, health & safety and dignity in care procedures.
- Participate in meetings, training and college activities as required.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience supporting students or adults with SEND.
- Experience providing personal care within education, care or support settings.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Patient, compassionate and reliable approach.
- Able to work independently and use initiative.
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook and email.
- Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusive practice.
- Manual Handling, Team Teach or Positive Behaviour Support training is desirable.
- Previous Further Education or school experience is advantageous.
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) preferred.
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Supporting Teaching & Learning or related field desirable.
- Relevant SEND or Autism training is advantageous.
- Compliance Requirements
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce) registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Two satisfactory employment references.
- Commitment to safeguarding and Prevent Duty requirements.
- Willingness to undertake mandatory compliance training before starting.
Why Join This College?
- Competitive pay of
- Long-term assignment starting in September.
- Work within a supportive and experienced Additional Learning Support team.
- Opportunity to make a real difference to young people's education and independence.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Weekly payroll.
- Potential opportunities for permanent employment.
- If you are interested in working as a
- Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) at
- Walthamstow , please apply today with your up-to-date CV and
Enhanced DBS Certificate (registered on the Update Service) . One of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies.
Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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