Teaching Personnel

Learning Support Assistant

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Job Location

Leyland, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job Advert: SEMH Learning Support Assistant – Leyland

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary to permanent

Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Leyland, supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Role Overview: As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will provide targeted support to students with complex needs, helping them achieve their potential in a positive, nurturing environment. Your role will involve one-on-one and small group work, offering both educational and emotional support to ensure each student feels valued and encouraged.

Key Qualities We’re Looking For:

Confident and professional: Capable of handling challenging situations calmly and with respect.
Sense of humour: Able to build rapport with students, creating an enjoyable and supportive environment.
Adaptable and resilient: Able to think on your feet and adjust to the varied needs of our students.
Role Requirements:

Previous experience supporting SEMH students (preferred).
Previous experience managing complex needs in children or adults, transferable into working in schools.
The ability to maintain professionalism while fostering strong, positive relationships with students.
Recruitment Process:

Initial interview and compliance checks: Managed by your dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel.
Shadow session: Experience a morning or afternoon in the classroom to understand our environment and approach.
Temporary-to-Permanent Contract: Start with a 12-week trial to ensure the role is the right fit for you and the team.
This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to inspire and support young people in a rewarding environment. If you believe you have the skills and qualities we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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Location: Leyland, GB

Posted Date: 11/22/2024
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November 22, 2024
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