Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant
The Key Education Centres provide alternative provisions for pupils aged 11—16 who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. In September 2019, The Key Education Centre in Gosport is part of a ‘two-school’ site and we have a partner school in Havant. This post is for our Gosport Site. Our provisions pride themselves on being abreast of current pedagogy and our work around attachment-focused and trauma informed practice is a fundamental part of our work in engaging pupils in learning experiences beyond those of the traditional curriculum alongside providing them with the skills needed to succeed in life beyond The Key and in modern Britain.
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who has a genuine interest in supporting our pupils and improving their life chances.
The post holder will be involved in 1:1 and small group work. Applicants must be flexible, able to show initiative, quick-thinking, calm under pressure, determined and resilient. The post is for 35 hours a week, term time only.
This role would suit graduates considering the teaching profession and wishing to gain valuable experience first. A good standard of English and Maths is essential.
CVs will not be accepted
For an application pack please see our website www.thekeyeducationcentre.co.uk
Applications to be sent to recruitment@thekey.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
