Learning Support Assistant Level 3

Job Introduction

Full Time - 30 hours per week over 5 days term time *plus one week

*additional week’s hours used for after school training Tuesday and Wednesday

Required as soon as possible

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?  Due to rapid expansion, we are excited to offer opportunities for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our vibrant federation of two special schools in Fareham. This is an opportunity to learn about special educational needs and make a difference to people’s educational experiences.

Our schools cater for a wide range of special educational needs, from moderate to profound learning difficulties. We aim to provide a stimulating, creative environment where every individual is valued and supported to achieve their very best.

We are seeking two appoint two dedicated and skilled Learning Support Assistants (LSA 3) to join our dynamic and nurturing team at Heathfield School. Our schools are committed to providing inclusive, personalised education for pupils with complex needs, with a strong emphasis on communication, emotional wellbeing, and independence.

Why join us?

• Career progression opportunities within a growing federation
• Comprehensive CPD and staff training to support your development
• Work in a warm, friendly and supportive team that puts pupils at the heart of everything we do
• Be part of a community with the strapline “A Family of Learning”
• Opportunities and support for career progression are provided wherever possible and this can include teacher training when the federation is in a position to provide this and you have the right skills, qualifications and experience, we do even support in you achieving some of these.
• Working at the federation, will enhance your CV because you will gain knowledge, skills and understanding of a range of special educational needs.

We are looking for practitioners who:

• have proven experience of leading classes in the absence of the teacher, including directing the class team of LSAs;
• have proven experience of supporting pupils with ASD and a range of communication needs, including non-verbal and alternative communication methods (e.g. PECS, Makaton, AAC);
• have knowledge of communication strategies and sensory integration approaches;
• can work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning experiences;
• can promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social interaction;
• can contribute to a safe, stimulating and respectful learning environment
• have a calm and consistent approach;
• are able to motivate and inspire children’s learning;
• are flexible and creative, and willing to adapt the learning environment;
• will support children with personal care.

For further details and an application form, please visit our federation website at www.federationheathfieldstfrancis.co.uk. Visits to the federation are warmly welcomed, please call 01329 512804 to arrange.   Completed application forms should be emailed to adminoffice@heathfield.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.