Job Description
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 ..... full job details .....