Learning Support Assistant

Job Opportunity: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Doncaster

Role: Full time and Part time roles available

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join our supportive environment and make a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to provide essential support and encouragement to students in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with a range of additional needs, including but not limited to autism, learning disabilities, and sensory impairments.
• Assist students with accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior management strategies.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to ensure the holistic well-being of students.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a special educational needs setting, preferably with young people.
• Understanding of different additional needs and strategies to support students effectively.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with young people with diverse abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training in special educational needs support.

Why work with CER?

• Competitive and transparent rates of pay
• Access to a £250 Refer a Friend Bonus
• Access to £300 Sign on Bonus if you’re already working for another agency
• DBS paid for by CER
• Fully funded CPD Courses
• Discount codes and cashback via our payroll partner

If this role is of interest to you, please apply to this job advert directly with an up to date copy of your CV and a member of the team will be in touch following a successful shortlisting.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are interested in working within Education, then please give us a call on 0114 241 2800 for an informal conversation.