Learning Support Assistants


We are seeking LSA's with experience supporting SEND children, to be considered for LSA positions in a Secondary Schools across Milton Keynes.

Start date: January 2025

Teaching Personnel are the UK's leading education staffing supplier and we are currently sourcing Teaching Assistants for a number of support staff opportunities in Secondary Schools for the city of Milton Keynes from January 2025.

We are currently recruiting for experienced Level 1 to Level 3 Teaching Assistants considering a new long-term challenge and are able to commit full-time until July 2025, or on a temp to perm contract, whereby you will be taken on permanently if both parties are happy after 12-16 weeks.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you could:
- Help teachers prepare lesson materials
- Set up and tidy classrooms for lessons
- Work with students on a 1:1 or small group basis, supporting their learning
- Watch, record and report the progress students make
- Look after children who are upset or unwell
- Lead classes with help from the teacher

Would you be the right fit?
- Previous experience in a school is advantageous
- Friendly, confident and calm attitude
- Previous experience working with children or young adults
- Adaptable to working with children with vulnerable backgrounds
- An individual with good knowledge of Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Be passionate about helping students to succeed in academically, emotionally, socially
- Have a calming presence and be able to engage well with the pupils (Year 7 to Year 11)
- You will be dedicated to ensure that all children achieve their very best
- Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of the school

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel:

✓ Competitive salary package

✓ Paid weekly

✓ Opportunities for professional development and growth with our highly effective CPD Academy

✓ Dedicated and Experienced Secondary Consultant (4+ of experience working in the area) as your point of contact for opportunities and to manage your experience working with Teaching Personnel

✓ The chance to be part of the UK's largest Education Recruitment Agency Provider

✓ An established agency remaining open during COVID with over 80+ branches nationwide

✓ Wide opportunities for local work in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas

✓ Guidance for Graduates who are seeking their first role in education as part of our Future Teachers Programme

Like the sound of this role?

We look forward to your application!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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Dunbar Education, a leading SEN recruitment agency, is working closely with a specialist SEN provision in Milton Keynes, seeking a dedicated Youth Worker/Learning Support Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to work with secondary-age pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and display challenging behaviours.

As a Youth Worker/Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will play a vital role in supporting students with SEMH needs. You will:
- Provide 1:1 and group support to secondary-age pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health difficulties, helping them engage with their learning and manage their behaviour effectively.
- Develop trusting relationships with students to encourage positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional well-being.
- Support classroom teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment and implementing individualised support plans.
- Help students develop coping mechanisms for managing challenging situations.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and other professionals to support the overall progress of the pupils.
- Manage difficult situations with a calm, non-judgmental approach, promoting a safe and caring environment.
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH and behavioural challenges is highly beneficial.
- A kind, caring, and non-judgmental attitude is essential to support the emotional needs of the pupils.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
- A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
- Full-time availability, Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (part-time applicants will not be considered).

This is a full-time role, ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

How to Apply: If you are a compassionate, dedicated individual ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply today with your CV! Join Dunbar Education and make a positive impact on young lives.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the year group team
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Southwood School (part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Germander Park and Downs Barn Schools). The unit currently has one class but will grow each year eventually to three classes (each with 8 pupils). All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of support staff who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning. We have vibrant and inclusive schools dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the year group team
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Germander Park School, part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Southwood School and Downs Barn School). The unit currently has one class but will grow each year eventually to two classes (each with 8 pupils). All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of support staff who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Support the delivery of creative and engaging lessons planned by the teaching staff, aligned with our curriculum
• Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued
• Differentiate to meet the diverse learning needs of our students so they can achieve their best
• Implement effective classroom management strategies promoting positive behaviour

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding is paramount to everything we do at Germander Park School. We have a skilled support team in our schools who work hard to ensure our children stay safe.

Learning Support Assistant

Job Outline:
Manpower is currently recruiting for a learning support assistant to join the team of one of our education, training centre clients based within Milton Keynes.
Provide individualised support strategies to pupils, ensuring they overcome barriers to learning and achieve their educational potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lesson Support: Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons tailored to meet student's needs.
• Student Assistance: Help students overcome learning barriers and create positive educational opportunities.
• Professional Relationships: Build and maintain professional relationships with students to facilitate effective guidance.
• Independence Development: Support students in becoming independent learners.
• Behaviour Standards: Promote high standards of behaviour and attitudes to create a positive learning environment.
• Learning Plans: Create, review, and manage individual learning plans, recording support data daily as part of KPI tracking.
• Health & Safety: Promote a positive Health & Safety culture, report accidents and near misses promptly, and follow safe work systems.
• Safeguarding: Uphold commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and vulnerable adults.
• Additional Duties: Accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks as required.

Key Behaviours:

• Supportive: Provide consistent and reliable support to students and teachers.
• Positive Attitude: Maintain a positive attitude to foster a productive learning environment.
• Professionalism: Build and maintain professional relationships with students and staff.
• Safety-Conscious: Prioritise health and safety in all activities.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students by providing essential support to ensure their success. Apply today to be a vital part of our clients educational team!

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over seven million GCSEs and A-levels each year and it’s our people who make this happen.

Project Assistant

Permanent

Salary: £24,000.00 - £26,000.00 per year

Location: Milton Keynes

Hybrid

  

Due to an internal promotion, you could be our next Project Assistant.

 

A clearly defined career path awaits you, from this role into Assistant Project Manager and onto Project Manager.

 

Purpose

As a Project Assistant your role sits within the E-Assessment delivery team where you will support a small team of Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers on multiple projects at a time. The team follow Prince 2 methodologies with the flexibility and responsiveness of agile.

 

What’s in it for you?

You will be a part of a team who support learning and development and may be given the opportunity to study for project management specific qualifications such as Prince 2 Foundation and Continuous Improvement Business led qualifications such as Lean Six Sigma.

You will benefit from being surrounded by Project Management professionals who will coach and mentor you through Power BI, Reporting and Analytical insight training to ensure you are confident in the more technical aspects of the role.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which includes financial and wellbeing advice, Headspace App, 25 days holiday including time taken off at Christmas, Free parking, pension and days off to volunteer.

 

What you’ll do

Assist onscreen data checks and validation, maintaining risk logs and action plans whilst keeping timely communication between key stakeholders, through to lessons learned sessions and documentation on completion.  

During the set up period between mid-February and mid-May you will be required to work in the office more regularly in the secure area where you will be required to participate in repetitive onscreen work.

You will be looking for a career in project management have a good understanding of IT and a logical but creative thought process and ensuring attention to detail is at the forefront of what you do.

 

What next?

Tell us about yourself with your CV, we want to know why us?

Closing date for applications is 17th March, however we reserve the right to close the role early if we find the right candidate.

Interviews will be held at our office in Wymbush

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Recruitment Agencies

We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place.

Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees.

Full Job Description

Summary

The Project Assistant is responsible for supporting the Assistant Project Manager(s) in all areas of project and series delivery. - including planning, completion of project documentation, distribution of work packages and monitoring of progress to ensure key deliverables and milestones are achieved. There are technical skills required to check and test the series databases and run and mine reports.Landscape:
The Project Assistant reports into the Assistant Project Manager. The role sits with E-Assessment Delivery, this department is responsible for delivery of e-Marker® projects within AQA and to external customers. The role will interact with the Scanning Centre Operations, Electronic Script Processing, Reconciliation, and Technology departments.

Activities:
Delivery of live, limited live and pilot projects to include;
Preparation, delivery, and review of work instructions
Pre-live testing
Handling and preparation of secure materials
Data receipt, conversion, upload, checking and exporting
Daily monitoring of series as required
Undertake issue management and documentation as required
Reporting as required
Preparation and maintenance of demonstration/training components
Cover for other Project Assistants as required.
Liaise with internal teams as required.
Have an understanding of the EAD objectives and deliverables to support the overall strategy.
Actively demonstrate the company values across all department practices, procedures and communications.
Support the delivery of operational excellence and continuous improvement by identifying and proposing changes to existing processes and procedures
Adhere to project governance and controls.
Risk Management – Participate in the identification, assessment, mitigation and management of threats and opportunities for assigned projects.
Information Security – take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable.
Asset management – ensure that tools, materials, systems and software are used in line with company policies and procedures.

These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time.

To be successful in this role, you will need to know:
Communication & Relationship Skills
Proficient/experienced in Microsoft Office applications
highly skilled in MS Excel and reporting and data manipulation

Desirable would be working knowledge of:
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Power BI (Business Intelligence)
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Extensible Markup Language (XML)

Administration Recording of clinical trial data onto case report forms (paper or electronic), checking for missing data and liaising with the research nurse to ensure that appropriate tests are carried out as per protocol requirements. Take action to obtain, or correct missing data (resolve data queries) while maintaining confidentiality and retrospectively gather information on previously treated patients. Research practice To deal sensitively and in a professional manner with patients in person and on the telephone when dealing with queries and booking appointments. To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area. Professional Development To participate in the Trusts Individual Performance Review process and demonstrate commitment to on-going professional development by working towards the objectives agreed within an annual Personal Development Plan. General To have responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations. To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments. Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.

Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner

Department - Research & Development

Band 4 £25,147 - £27,596 per annum

18 month fixed term contract until June 2025

Hours: 37.5, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Research Practitioner with an interest in Diabetes to join MKUH Trust’s Research & Development Department on an 18 month fixed term contract. You will be liaising with clinical teams to recruit eligible patients, support delivery of clinical interventions and conduct tests according to specific study protocols. You will also be responsible for study follow up, data entry, ensuring patient safety and maintaining high levels of quality assurance. You may have the opportunity to be involved in the set-up of new trials and will be required to work within the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality clinical research. Focus for this role will be the Activate study though activities will not be limited to this.

Candidates with extensive experience in healthcare settings and an interest in Diabetes are preferred for the role. The ideal candidate should possess a Diploma, a degree in Life Sciences, or an NVQ level 3, along with relevant courses or experience. For the position of Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner, familiarity with Clinical Research delivery is desirable.



Interview date: 10/01/2024

The Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner will provide clinical and administrative support to the clinical research teams within the Research & Development Department, in the first instance ensuring the safe conduct of research in accordance with the regulatory and legal frameworks relating to the planning, undertaking and closure of research studies, providing assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

The post holder will be supported through a comprehensive training/competency package as appropriate to the job role and will assist in the identification, recruitment, and management of participants into a portfolio of research studies including but not restricted to commercial and non-commercial clinical trials.

Having completed all relevant competencies and under the supervision of registered nursing staff they will also be responsible for the co-ordination and management of a portfolio of research studies that do not involve administration of medicines and contribute to the delivery of clinical trials within bounds of their clinical practice.

The job holder may be required to carry out other similar or related duties which do not fall within the work outlined in the description which may reasonably be required to deliver a comprehensive research service to our patients.





You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

Clinical
• Provide appropriate information to patients and their carers prior to and during participation in studies.
• Arrange patient assessments and visits as appropriate to relevant study protocol.

Research
• Support Research Nurses and Physicians by assisting in the planning and conduct of all types of research studies.
• Adhere to trial protocols and work in accordance with ICH GCP and Trust Standard Operating Procedures.

Communication
• Communicate effectively with members of the MDT to keep them updated on trial progress.
• Communicate with research departments both within and external to the Network.

Education, Training and Development
• Keep up to date with departmental Trust, NHS and EU developments for the implementation of clinical research.
• Undertake any training and assessment of competency required for the role.

Other
• Update and maintain mandatory and statutory training as required by the Trust.
• Be flexible in approach with working times and workload management.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.


This advert closes on Monday 1 Jan 2024