Learning Support Roles - Schools in Darlington

Spencer Clarke Group are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of secondary schools. We are looking for enthusiastic, patient and dedicated individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

Whether you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Cover Supervisor or someone looking to take your first step into education, we would love to hear from you. We work with a wide range of secondary schools, including mainstream, SEND, SEMH and Alternative Provision settings, offering opportunities from day-to-day assignments through to long-term placements.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you could be supporting pupils across the classroom, working on a one-to-one basis or providing targeted support to small groups. Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Working alongside teachers to deliver effective classroom support
• Providing one-to-one and small-group intervention
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs and SEND
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and academic development
• Assisting with classroom activities and preparation of resources
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Supporting the implementation of individual learning and support plans
• Creating a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Following school safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety policies

We are interested in hearing from candidates with a range of backgrounds, including:

• Learning Support Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Behaviour Mentors
• Learning Mentors
• Cover Supervisors
• Youth Workers
• Sports Coaches
• Graduates interested in education
• Candidates with experience supporting young people
• Candidates with SEND, SEMH or behavioural support experience

Previous experience working within a school or education setting is desirable but not always essential. Most importantly, you will need to be:

• Patient, approachable and supportive
• Confident working with secondary-aged pupils
• Able to build positive relationships
• Resilient and adaptable
• Passionate about supporting young people
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• A strong communicator
• Professional and reliable
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

At Spencer Clarke Group, we work with a wide range of secondary schools, giving you access to opportunities that match your experience, availability and career goals.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP:

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.