Job Introduction
The Bridge Education Centre provides education for KS3 and KS4 pupils who have experienced difficulties in mainstream school. We are looking for someone to join our support team in supporting teaching staff to provide relevant learning experiences for our pupils, many of whom exhibit challenging behaviour due to underlying social emotional and mental health needs.
We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to cover maternity leave, who is highly motivated and committed, who has experience of working in a school environment and a genuine interest in supporting our pupils and improving their chances of returning to their mainstream schooling.
The child lies at the heart of our practice and you would be able to demonstrate: unconditional positive regard, academic excellence, the highest expectations for the children and yourself, develop a restorative teaching approach to behaviour and possess the dynamism, imagination and skill to work collaboratively at all levels toward improved outcomes for our children.
The position will involve supervision of small groups, assisting the pupil under the supervision of the teacher, 1:1 intervention as well as preparing and organising resources.
GCSE English and Maths grade C or above is essential.
Application Procedure
An application form and job specification can be obtained by email c.holman@bec.hants.sch.uk, from the school website www.bec-hants.co.uk, or by telephone on 02382 515567.
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.