Educate Group are currently looking for full time Learning Support Assistants to work in schools in the Flintshire area on a full-time basis to ensure continuity when covering for staff absence
Are you looking for variety and job satisfaction whilst caring for children and potentially making a massive difference to their school day
You do not need to have childcare qualifications to enable you to apply but a background in supporting children or in a care capacity would be very beneficial
Benefits of working with the Educate Group
• Run by a leading team of experienced Teachers, Senior Leaders and Support Staff with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Committed to providing employment, free coaching, training and support to our team of staff.
• Work as often and flexibly as you like to achieve a work-life balance
• Build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools across the area
• Opportunity to apply for your initial teacher training with Educate ITT and one of their link schools.
• Opportunities to move into a permanent position - should one become available.
Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:
• Help pupils access the curriculum by working with individual children, small groups or whole class.
• Manage student behaviour.
• Assess progress and provide feedback.
• Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
• Help with administrative tasks.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
Requirements of a Learning Support Assistant:
• No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
• Experience working or volunteering with children or young people would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
Registrations required to be a Learning Support Assistant:
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.
Notes:
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on 01978 281881.