Learning Support Full Time

Ripon, Yorkshire
GSL Education – Hull

Learning Support
Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: £83 – £100 per day

Contract Type: Full-Time

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career where every day is a new opportunity to inspire and support young learners? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

GSL Education are seeking a Learning Support to work at a Special Educational Needs School located in Ripon, North Yorkshire, starting in September 2024. You will be working with a small group of Primary-aged students, providing social, emotional and academic support.

About the School:

• Graded by Ofsted as Outstanding in quality of education, personal development, leadership and management and sixth-form provision.
• With an emphasis on fostering a culture of success and a conducive environment for learning, the school prioritizes placing students at the centre of everything they do.
• They strive to ensure that all students feel valued and have access to the support they need to succeed.
• Beyond the classroom, the school provides numerous enrichment activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, to help students discover and develop their passions and talents.
• Their collaborative approach helps create a supportive network that benefits students and the broader community alike.
• Through its values, programs, resources, and commitment to inclusivity, the school strives to empower students to become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.

Learning Support Responsibilities:

• Supporting primary students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, learning difficulties, speech, language, and communication needs and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Promoting independence where possible, supporting life skills such as cooking and everyday finances.
• Working with the class teachers to develop sensory, speech, language, and communication needs.
• Managing behaviours within the classroom and being aware of triggers, using de-escalation techniques.
• Assisting with personal care needs as and when appropriate.

Learning Support Requirements:

• Hold a Level 2 qualification or higher, such as an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Have at least 6 months experience supporting children or young people with additional needs in a care of school setting.
• Be a strong and engaging communicator.
• Be compassionate, caring, and have a genuine desire to help young people overcome their barriers.
• Hold a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, or to apply for the role of Learning Support in Ripon, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.