Learning Support Assistant

*Role: *Learning Support Assistant - to work with students who have SEMH needs
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
*Details: *Monday to Friday 8.30-3.30, £75-£80 per day + Holiday Pay, supply role with a view to stay permanently, lunch provided.
*Location: Sevenoaks*
*School: talentED* are working with an independent school on the outskirts of Sevenoaks located in many acres of beautiful grounds, this is a unique and special environment for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
The schools philosophy is to create a nurturing environment, centred around a holistic approach, whereby young people are welcomed, accepted for who they are, and their educational needs are balanced with an understanding of their therapeutic requirements.
Our client is looking for an individual who can have the same outlook as the committed team they have already and to ensure that their students make sustained progress and develop a resilience that will be their mainstay in their future lives.
This is a very supportive school, who work alongside various professionals to support each child's needs. You will be joining a caring and outgoing team and a school who take your personal progression and career very seriously.
*Role:*
* Follow instructions from Teachers to support effectively in the classroom
* Adhere to professional practice standards and legislation, including confidentiality, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion policies
* Support students on 1:1, adapting your approach on a case-by-case basis to engage students effectively.
* Working in small groups of children as directed by the class teacher
* Help children with learning and development
* Behaviour management
*Qualities and experience we look for:*
* Prior experience working with vulnerable children or young adults – perhaps you have worked in schools or a care background before?
* Qualifications relating to education or medical/care. This could be a manual handling certificate through to a degree in counselling. If you think it could be relevant, we are interested in speaking to you!
* Had experience with family members who have special education needs or needed special medical support.
* A passion for education and want the opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s life.
* Strong sense of building trust and relationships with children
* Pastoral and nurturing qualities
talentED is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
Please apply today
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £75.00-£80.00 per day
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: IND-SEN