Learning Support Assistant

Lancashire, FY8 Robyn Doolan Permanent / Full Time £ - £

Position : Learning Support Assistant

Contract : Permanent with a 12 week probationary period

Start Date : Mid June

Salary : £18,000 to £22,000

Full time – Monday to Friday 8:20am to 4:00pm

Are you passionate about education and committed to supporting students to reach their full potential? We are currently working in partnership with a small SEMH School in Blackpool. They are seeking a Learning Support Assistant for a full time position starting as soon as possible on a temp to perm basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals to take on a new role and suitable for any candidates currently teaching in mainstream to make the transition into something new.

The setting caters for children ages 11-17 with additional needs. The school has great facilities for vocational studies and great calming spaces for young people to relax and unwind in. The school is dedicated to developing students social and emotional development as well as their academic achievement. The school curriculum is well matched to pupils’ needs and the children have a range of special educational needs and emotional trauma.

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their already established team supporting young people with additional needs. Due to the nature of the role the school is ideally looking for a Teaching Assistant OR individuals that have relevant experience working with pupils in a School, Youth Centre, Residential care setting or similar role. Each day will be different from the last therefore being adaptable is very important.

• Building nurturing and meaningful relationships with pupils with SEND
• Experience and a good understanding of behaviour management and how to implement this into your practice
• Understand the different requirements of individual SEN and adapt accordingly

• Experience working with young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, colleagues, and parents effectively.
• Additional skills such as Sport, Music and Art are a bonus

• Shorter working hours which will help you to establish a better work life balance.
• Smaller class sizes where you can really get to know your students
• Flexibility within the curriculum meaning you can be creative with your approach
• Satisfaction in supporting and seeing students reach their full potential.

• Your own dedicated consultant who will support, advise, and guide you through the registration process.
• Daily access to your dedicated consultant via phone / text / email – That can answer any arising questions or needs.
• Exclusive access to our Professional Learning Specialists – We offer several SEND courses such as Autism Awareness, De-escalation Practices, An introduction to the role of a Teaching Assistant and Behaviour management. All our courses are completely free and will help you to upskill your understanding and approach.
• Minimal administration (no time sheets!) – At Simply Education we pride ourselves in making the process easier for you as candidates. We process all timesheets for you ensuring the pay is always on time.
• Email and SMS verification of bookings – For all bookings you will receive a booking confirmation and directs to the school. You will also have access to an online diary system where you can view your bookings and update your availability.