Learning Support Assistant

Full-time Learning Support Assistant immediately required for a Wrexham based school that specialise in providing small group support to male and female learners across keys stages 2-5. 

Due to the nature of the role, you will be patient, engaging and committed with regard to supporting pupils with varying additional and complex learning needs.

With this in mind, a calming, and reassuring influence is required to maintain a therapeutic, trauma informed way of practice to ensure all pupils are able to flourish. 

This particular role will present you with a range of opportunities that involves supporting learners through a selection of classroom and outdoor based activities, that often take place both on and off school site and include activities such as archery, kayaking, forest school and dance.

If you are considering a long-term role in education, this role provides an opportunity to secure long-term and a permanent contract of employment. 

Benefits of working with the Educate Group

Run by a leading team of experienced Teachers, Senior Leaders and Support Staff with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
Committed to providing employment, free coaching, training and support to our team of staff.
Work as often and flexibly as you like to achieve a work-life balance
Build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools across the area
Opportunity to apply for your initial teacher training with Educate ITT and one of their link schools.
Opportunities to move into a permanent position - should one become available.
Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:

Help pupils access the curriculum by working with individual children, small groups or whole class.
Manage student behaviour.
Assess progress and provide feedback.
Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
Help with administrative tasks.
Follow school policies and procedures.
 Requirements of a Learning Support Assistant:

No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
Experience working or volunteering with children or young people would be beneficial.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Registrations required to be a Learning Support Assistant:

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.
Notes:

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on (phone number removed)