Purple Oaks Academy, a special academy for students aged 3 to 18 with autism and/or severe learning difficulties, is recruiting a Learning Assistant. The work centres on supporting students to communicate in different ways, on the principle that all behaviour is communication. Classes of six to ten pupils allow close relationships with each student, and training is provided. Experience with children with special educational needs is desirable, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support students to communicate in a range of different ways
- Support children using initiative and professional curiosity
- Help ensure high standards of achievement and engagement
- Engage with a wide range of students
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Understanding that all behaviour is communication
- Excellent communication skills
- Works effectively as part of a team
- Initiative and professional curiosity
- Strong organisational skills
- Relates to and engages a wide range of students
Checks & eligibility
- Satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure
- Satisfactory medical and reference checks
- Evidence of right to work in the UK before employment starts
Other
- High aspirations for the children supported
Nice to have
- Experience of working with children with special educational needs
What’s offered
- Public sector pension scheme
- Generous annual leave allocation
- Automatic pay progression
- Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
- Professional development through CPD, apprenticeships, upskilling and professional review
- Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Benefits marketplace
- Free parking on all sites
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
