Learning Support Assistant
Here at the Laurus Trust we are able to provide a cutting-edge SEND provision that has a positive impact on our young people, and we are currently looking to recruit caring and dedicated individuals to join our SEND team. You will play a vital role in enhancing students' progress whilst promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
A comprehensive offer of professional learning is in place and we ensure that all schools have designated work spaces for staff. A broad range of training in SEND is in place across all our schools focus on whole school SEND issues as well as specific training for SEND teams.
If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can then we would love to hear from you. This position is contracted on a 31 hours per week Term Time Only basis.
This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so. In total you will be in work for a minimum of 37 out of 52 weeks. Job Purpose (For further details on the role, please see the Job Description below)Work with Teachers to enhance student progress, whilst also promoting their independence, self esteem and Social inclusion.Support identified students within the classroom environment, within small group situations and on a one to one basisKey Skills and ExperiencesSound Educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalentExperience of working with young people who are vulnerable and/or who have a special educational needsExperience working in a school environment would be an advantageTo learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page.To complete an application form please click 'Fast apply'.
A full application must be submitted as CV's will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process. Closing date: Friday 1st November at 9am.We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.