Learning support assistants required to work in special needs schools

We are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistants to support a Primary/Secondary SEMH School.

About the school

• Primary – ACS and SEMH
• Secondary KS3 –KS5 – Challenging behaviour, SEMH, ADHD
• Vulnerable young people, emotional and mental health
• Outreach/Community Worker

They are looking for at least 2 of the following qualities:

• Previous experience working in a PRU or alternative provision
• Graduate (Sociology, Sports, Criminology or Psychology)
• Experienced Youth or Community Support Worker
• Support workers from mental health facilities or high-risk secure units
• Sports coaches looking to transfer skills in supporting vulnerable young pupils’ education
• Confident, resilient, positive personality

Role:

• This will be supporting students with social, emotional, mental health needs across either primary or secondary ages providing classroom support.
• You will also be required to provide 1:1 support with any emotional issues, and supporting if pupils are behind with their work

Requirements:

• Experience and understanding of how to support young people with social, emotional, mental health needs
• Flexible in being able to provide 1:1, group support
• Deal with any challenging behaviours or incidents in a calm manner
• Available to start immediately
• Commitment during term time full time Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

How to apply

If you are a LSA who can enthuse, motivate, and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

To discuss this opportunity or your suitability, contact Fatima-Zohra Chehalfi at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). 

Submitting an updated CV with your expression of interest will strengthen your application.