Learning Support Assistant Expiring soon

Learning Support Assistants –

• Are you looking for a new opportunity within education?
• Are you available on a full-time basis?

If so, we want to hear from you!

School experience is not required to be successful in these roles!

• Specialist Provision in Leyland
• Multiple roles available
• Long-term opportunities available
• Start date: Monday 15th April 
• Competitive rate 

A Specialist Provision in Leyland (PR25) require up to three additional Learning Support Assistants. The school require staff on a long-term contract which are on a full-time basis (Monday-Friday, 8.30-4.15pm). The positions have flexible start dates, most of the roles are to start as soon as Monday 9^th January 2023, with a view to go into school for a trial morning the week before. There is flexibility around these dates as the provision are interested in securing the right support therefore would rather wait for the right people.

The provision caters for pupils aged 10-19 with SEMH and/or ASC, who can often display challenging behaviour. The school have a range of experienced Senior Managers, Teachers and Learning Support Staff who have proven experience in ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, Asperger’s and Autistic Spectrum disorders, Mental Health disorders/diagnosis, sexual exploitation, abuse, attachment disorder and misuse of substances. They are looking for individuals who are passionate to making a difference with children in Specialist settings. 

Within these roles, as a learning support assistant, you will be expected to create positive relationships with the pupils and encourage positive choices and behaviour. You will be expected to provide general support within the classes and work collaboratively with other LSAs and the class teachers.

The school are keen to consider a variety of staff in terms of experience, you are likely to be successful whether you are an experienced SEN support assistant, a graduate looking for experience in specialist provision or have current or prior experience support/care worker etc. Ideally if you have supported individuals with additional needs, that would be desirable however this is not essential to be successful. If you have experience within the education sector whether that be primary, secondary, college or university - we would like to hear from you!

Next steps:

• Once we have your details, we will be able to put your CV forward for the positions.
• The school will shortlist CVs and ask to meet shortlisted candidates for a trial in school.
• If you are interested in these positions, please get in touch with Teaching Personnel 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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