Learning Support Assistant - £425 PAYE Per Week
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Position Overview & Specifications
Learning Support Assistant - £425 PAYE Per Week
Special Needs | SEN | Surbiton, South West London | Full-Time (term time) only
Are you a highly empathetic and caring person who truly believes children with special educational needs deserve the best education possible?
Do you have experience working with children with SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties), or a strong drive to gain further experience?
I am working with a truly incredible school in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames who are now looking for kind and focussed Learning Support Assistants to join their amazing and committed team.
A core focus of this school is encouraging each child to learn in the way that works best for them. The teaching and support staff work together to create a calming and holistic environment where every pupil feels valued and safe.
What to expect as a Learning Support Assistant:
- An opportunity to work within a fantastic school, with state-of-the-art facilities including a hydrotherapy pool and a sensory room
- A strong focus on equality and diversity
- A holistic and therapeutic approach to teaching, ensuring a calm and accepting classroom environment – there is even a therapy dog!
- A fantastic opportunity to have a hugely positive impact on the lives of children with Autism, SLD, PMLD, and complex needs
- Fantastic training opportunities available
Requirements of a Learning Support Assistant:
- Experience working with SLD and PMLD would be highly valued within this role, however the school would be happy to consider less experience with a strong enthusiasm to learn and a true drive to make a positive difference
- A highly empathetic, patient and caring personality type
- A positive personality who works well as part of a team
- Personal care would be required
- A strong belief that each individual child deserves the best education possible
If you feel you are ready to take that next step in your career, and like the sound of this amazing school, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Interested in hearing more about becoming a Learning Support Assistant?
If you want to hear more about becoming a Learning Support Assistant or any of our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this adverUnfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role if If you are not contacted within 5 working dole. However, we will keep your CV, and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEND career development.
Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Salary: £400.00-£450.00 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Learning Support Assistant
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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