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- England,South East,Hampshire
- Full Time, Permanent
- £24,700 per annum, pro-rata
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LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - SEND
Contract: Permanent, Part Time hours available
Hours: 9:15am to 3:45pm
Weekly Hours: 24 or 30 hours per week available
Salary: £24,700 FTE, pro rata for part-time hours
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEND provision supporting young people with severe learning difficulties and/or complex needs in the North Hampshire area.
Class sizes are small, with up to 8 students per class and typically 2 to 3 Learning Support Assistants supporting each group.
The curriculum has a strong focus on preparing young people for adulthood, including developing independence, daily living skills, communication and the confidence needed for adult life.
Students work across a range of levels, from below National Curriculum level through to Entry Level 1/2.
Some students do not use speech, so staff use a variety of communication approaches and strategies depending on each student’s individual needs.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
A background in education is not essential, and candidates coming from care or support environments would be welcomed.
The organisation provides:
*A comprehensive induction
*Specialist SEND training
*INSET and staff development days
*Opportunities to complete additional SEND learning modules online
*Ongoing development around learning difficulties, disabilities and complex needs
JOB PURPOSE
You will provide high-quality, person-centred learning support to young people with severe learning difficulties and/or complex needs.
You will help students engage with their learning, develop greater independence and work towards their individual learning, communication and personal development goals.
A key part of the role is helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need as they prepare for adulthood.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*Provide in-class and small-group support under the guidance of teaching staff.
*Develop an understanding of each student’s individual needs, strengths and barriers to learning.
*Adapt your communication and support approach to meet individual needs.
*Encourage students to participate in learning and develop their confidence.
*Promote independence rather than creating unnecessary dependence.
*Support young people in developing daily living and life skills.
*Help students work towards their individual learning and personal development goals.
*Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
*Work collaboratively with teachers, support colleagues and other professionals.
*Build positive and professional relationships with students.
PERSONAL CARE AND PHYSICAL SUPPORT
Depending on individual student needs, the role can involve providing personal and physical support, including:
*Mobility support
*Toileting
*Feeding
*Personal hygiene and dignity
*Hoisting
*Pushing wheelchairs for short distances
*Other appropriate physical assistance
Full guidance and training will be provided where required.
Staff are expected to maintain each student’s dignity, choice, wellbeing and independence at all times.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS*Maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent.
*An understanding of how additional needs can create barriers to learning and independence.
*A patient, supportive and person-centred approach.
*Strong communication and teamwork skills.
*Ability to adapt your communication style to different needs.
*Commitment to promoting independence.
*Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
*Willingness to undertake personal care and physical support where required.
*A strong commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of young people.
RELEVANT BACKGROUNDS
Previous experience within a school or college is not essential.
We would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have experience within:
*SEND education
*Learning support
*Teaching assistance
*Adult or children’s care
*Residential care
*Health and social care
*Learning disability support
*Autism support
*Complex needs
*Youth support
*Community support
*Healthcare
*Personal care
Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties, disabilities or complex needs would be particularly relevant.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
You will work within a specialist learning environment with small groups of young people and a high level of support within each class.
The role can involve physical activity and personal care, so candidates should be comfortable supporting young people with a range of physical, communication and learning needs.
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - SEND
Contract: Permanent, Part Time hours available
Hours: 9:15am to 3:45pm
Weekly Hours: 24 or 30 hours per week available
Salary: £24,700 FTE, pro rata for part-time hours
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEND provision supporting young people with severe learning difficulties and/or complex needs in the North Hampshire area.
Class sizes are small, with up to 8 students per class and typically 2 to 3 Learning Support Assistants supporting each group.
The curriculum has a strong focus on preparing young people for adulthood, including developing independence, daily living skills, communication and the confidence needed for adult life.
Students work across a range of levels, from below National Curriculum level through to Entry Level 1/2.
Some students do not use speech, so staff use a variety of communication approaches and strategies depending on each student’s individual needs.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
A background in education is not essential, and candidates coming from care or support environments would be welcomed.
The organisation provides:
*A comprehensive induction
*Specialist SEND training
*INSET and staff development days
*Opportunities to complete additional SEND learning modules online
*Ongoing development around learning difficulties, disabilities and complex needs
JOB PURPOSE
You will provide high-quality, person-centred learning support to young people with severe learning difficulties and/or complex needs.
You will help students engage with their learning, develop greater independence and work towards their individual learning, communication and personal development goals.
A key part of the role is helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need as they prepare for adulthood.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*Provide in-class and small-group support under the guidance of teaching staff.
*Develop an understanding of each student’s individual needs, strengths and barriers to learning.
*Adapt your communication and support approach to meet individual needs.
*Encourage students to participate in learning and develop their confidence.
*Promote independence rather than creating unnecessary dependence.
*Support young people in developing daily living and life skills.
*Help students work towards their individual learning and personal development goals.
*Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
*Work collaboratively with teachers, support colleagues and other professionals.
*Build positive and professional relationships with students.
PERSONAL CARE AND PHYSICAL SUPPORT
Depending on individual student needs, the role can involve providing personal and physical support, including:
*Mobility support
*Toileting
*Feeding
*Personal hygiene and dignity
*Hoisting
*Pushing wheelchairs for short distances
*Other appropriate physical assistance
Full guidance and training will be provided where required.
Staff are expected to maintain each student’s dignity, choice, wellbeing and independence at all times.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS*Maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent.
*An understanding of how additional needs can create barriers to learning and independence.
*A patient, supportive and person-centred approach.
*Strong communication and teamwork skills.
*Ability to adapt your communication style to different needs.
*Commitment to promoting independence.
*Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
*Willingness to undertake personal care and physical support where required.
*A strong commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of young people.
RELEVANT BACKGROUNDS
Previous experience within a school or college is not essential.
We would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have experience within:
*SEND education
*Learning support
*Teaching assistance
*Adult or children’s care
*Residential care
*Health and social care
*Learning disability support
*Autism support
*Complex needs
*Youth support
*Community support
*Healthcare
*Personal care
Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties, disabilities or complex needs would be particularly relevant.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
You will work within a specialist learning environment with small groups of young people and a high level of support within each class.
The role can involve physical activity and personal care, so candidates should be comfortable supporting young people with a range of physical, communication and learning needs.
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