Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 30 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £21,703 to £23,339 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Eat That Frog |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 40705 |
Summary
This position is TERM TIME ONLY 41 WEEKS
This role is to promote equality of opportunity for learners with a diagnosed special education need and/or disability (SEND). Directed by SENCO and the Teacher, you will work in small groups or one to one to provide direct practical support for the learners to engage in all aspects of their programme within ETF. Contributing towards and supporting teachers and instructors with the monitoring and delivery of the learners Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and life skills.
Interviews to be held during May 2025. Eat That Frog are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references. Please do not apply if this is your first job as we cannot obtain references.
Eat That Frog has a commitment to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to creating and inclusive and supportive working environment for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
We believe in the value of a diverse workforce and are determined to make Eat That Frog a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and empowered.
QUALIFICATIONS
Teaching assistant/ SEN qualification or equivalent (or to be completed within first 12 months) - desirable
Literacy/Numeracy level 2 or equivalent - essential
First Aid at Work - desirable
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience in supporting delivery of teaching and learning
Experience of working with SEND learners
Experience of working to company policies
Ability to maintain accurate records and administration
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Excellent time management
Excellent ICT skills, particularly MS Office
Ability to inspire and motivate people
Ability to meet legal requirements of the role (H&S, Safeguarding, etc)
This role is to promote equality of opportunity for learners with a diagnosed special education need and/or disability (SEND). Directed by SENCO and the Teacher, you will work in small groups or one to one to provide direct practical support for the learners to engage in all aspects of their programme within ETF. Contributing towards and supporting teachers and instructors with the monitoring and delivery of the learners Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and life skills.
Interviews to be held during May 2025. Eat That Frog are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references. Please do not apply if this is your first job as we cannot obtain references.
Eat That Frog has a commitment to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to creating and inclusive and supportive working environment for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
We believe in the value of a diverse workforce and are determined to make Eat That Frog a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and empowered.
QUALIFICATIONS
Teaching assistant/ SEN qualification or equivalent (or to be completed within first 12 months) - desirable
Literacy/Numeracy level 2 or equivalent - essential
First Aid at Work - desirable
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience in supporting delivery of teaching and learning
Experience of working with SEND learners
Experience of working to company policies
Ability to maintain accurate records and administration
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Excellent time management
Excellent ICT skills, particularly MS Office
Ability to inspire and motivate people
Ability to meet legal requirements of the role (H&S, Safeguarding, etc)
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.