Vision fof Education is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in an SEN School in Redditch on a full-time basis.

Hours 0830-3.30pm Monday- Friday.

About the Role:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Support pupils with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), ADHD, Attachment Disorder, and other learning needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting learning activities and resources to suit individual needs.
• Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual behaviour plans.
• Assist the teacher in preparing learning materials, resources and classroom activities.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and off-site activities where required.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt strategies to meet pupil needs.

About the School:

• The school takes pride in being a specialist setting dedicated to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Their approach is centred on understanding the unique strengths and challenges of each individual, and they are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner feels supported to thrive and achieve their full potential.
• The school supports students with a broad range of needs, including: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attachment difficulties, Learning difficulties and other SEMH related challenges
• All students at the school have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and they work closely with families, carers and external professionals to ensure that support is well coordinated, responsive and effective.

About you:-

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Understanding of conditions such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Attachment Disorder and learning difficulties.
• Ability to remain calm, patient and supportive in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Compassionate and empathetic
• Resilient and emotionally aware
• Flexible and adaptable
• Positive and encouraging approach
• Committed to inclusive education.
• Able to obtain a DBS and provide relevant references.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What Vision for Education offer:-

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.

• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).

• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).

• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.

• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.

• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are a Learning Support Assistant 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.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education please contact our SEND team on 0121 4812230.

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