Learning Support Assistant (SEMH)
REF: SENPLOY/133292
Education ⫽ SEN Support Jobs
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
£11 - 13.50 per hour
Temp to Perm, Full time
Job description
Role: Learning Support Assistant
Hours: 8am - 4pm Mon-Fri
Are you ready for a rewarding challenge that combines your passion for education with your kind, nurturing spirit? We need a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team, focusing on supporting children with social, emotional and mental health challenges.
If you have previous experience with young people as a support worker or as a caring role, you may be a great candidate for this role!
Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing learning materials and organising classroom activities.
- Provide hands-on support and supervision.
- Foster individual development and engagement with the world.
- Adapt to various classroom roles, indoors and outdoors, based on individual requirements.
- Lead activities, facilitate outdoor experiences, and ensure safety during exploratory outings.
- Assist the classroom teacher in running exciting lessons & maintaining a clean and safe classroom.
Requirements:
- Experience in executing planned activities aligned with pupil interests and curriculum (desirable).
- Strong teamwork skills, coupled with the ability to share ideas and collaborate effectively.
- Passion for working with neurodiverse pupils, particularly those with SEMH.
- Experience working with young people with SEMH is desirable.
Benefits:
- Experience diverse challenges and triumphs, growing both personally and professionally.
- Access ongoing support, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Enjoy a fulfilling role as a Learning Support Assistant in the beautiful area of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk where no two days are the same, enriched by valuable learning experiences and supportive colleagues.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and at least two independent references.
This is an amazing opportunity for a skilled candidate looking to enjoy their work environment & begin a rewarding career. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career journey as a Learning Support Assistant and make a tangible impact on young lives, apply now to join our dedicated team.
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