At Outcomes First Group, we are committed to providing exceptional education and care for our students. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our students achieve their full potential.
The Holden School is an independent specialist day school that caters for boys and girls aged 5-16 with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes for our students, who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.
We pride ourselves on steering our students in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, and encouraging them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they can have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.
About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will connect directly with our brilliant students, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too.
You will take responsibility for our students' emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world. Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism (ASC) is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare learning materials and run classroom activities
* Take responsibility for students' emotional and physical needs
* Support students with complex SEMH needs and ASC
* Work closely with experienced teachers and therapists
Requirements:
* A passion for education and working with students
* An ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* An understanding of the importance of creating a safe and inclusive learning environment