Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH)? We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a reputable special educational needs school located in Walsall.

 Position: Learning Support Assistant

 Location: Walsall, United Kingdom

 Type: Full-time, long-term basis

 Responsibilities:

• Work closely with students aged 7-13 years with SEMH needs, providing them with the necessary support and guidance
• Display a calm and interactive approach to motivate and engage students during lessons
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring all students can fully participate in activities
• Assist in personalized educational plans for individual students, both inside and outside the classroom
• Build and maintain respectful and considerate relationships with students, promoting their overall well-being
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure the effective implementation of support strategies

 Requirements:

• Experience working with individuals (children or adults) with special educational needs is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff members
•  Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the development of children with SEMH needs
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with students displaying challenging behaviour’s
•  A commitment to promoting a safe and nurturing learning environment

 This is an excellent opportunity for Teaching Assistants, support workers, or individuals with relevant experience in working with adults with special educational needs who are seeking a rewarding role within a school environment. 

 If you believe you have the necessary skills and qualifications to become a valued member of our team, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this temporary position or want to find out more, contact Steph at Zest Education or click ‘apply for job’ to submit your details.

Zest Education are an REC audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are: Recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years, teaching within a school teaching the British Curriculum)