Hinchley Wood School is seeking a learning support assistant and keyworker to help students with varied needs reach their potential. The core of the role is advancing learning for identified students, working one-to-one and within lessons while building their independence. The post is open to people with or without prior experience, and graduates weighing up teaching may use it as a hands-on entry point with access to CPD. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start is as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Assist and advance the learning of identified students
- Work one-to-one with students and support them within class
- Support students' learning, personal and social needs
- Encourage students towards independence
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Positive and flexible approach
- Patience
- Excellent communication and motivational skills
- Collaborative teamworking and good relationships with colleagues and students
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Desire to contribute to students' learning, personal and social needs
Nice to have
- Experience of supporting students
- Relevant qualifications
What’s offered
- Generous employer pension contributions
- Professional development support and an extensive CPD programme
- Two-week autumn half term
- Early close to students at 1.30pm on Fridays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free onsite fitness suite
- Staff enrichment programme
- 50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff at Thames Ditton Junior School or Hinchley Wood Primary School
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
