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Location

Presteigne, Powys | United Kingdom

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Job description

About The Role
Learning Support Assistant - School Expansion Opportunity!
Location: Summergil House School, Presteigne
Full time: £12.94 to £13.57 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Term time Only
Join our expanding team at Summergil House School!

We're excited to announce that our team at Summergil House School is growing, and we're looking for dedicated and passionate Learning Support Assistants to join us on our mission. At our school in Summergil House, Presteigne, we believe in providing exceptional care and support to help children with Autism learn and develop. You will provide education and organisational support to the class teacher, guide pupils during structured and non-structured sessions and assist each student to achieve their full potential.
Surrounded by 18 acres of fields and woodlands, with its own stream and lake, a swimming pool, sports hall and vast amounts of in and outdoor learning and play opportunities, Summergil House is a stunning school on the border of Herefordshire and Powys. Our team of creative education, care and therapeutic professionals support children to feel safe and respected, whilst providing bright and colourful child-friendly environments in which to learn, live and make friends. Our aim is to help children to be themselves, creating lasting memories of childhood as they develop into independent young people and adults.

A day in the life of a Learning Support Assistant with Orbis Education and Care Involves:

- Providing high quality teaching and learning opportunities;
- Providing structured learning opportunities through effective Classroom management;
- Ensuring that all pupils are working towards their agreed accreditations;
- Using a variety of teaching approaches and activities to develop pupils’ learning;
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of off-site activities and organised trips;
- Assisting pupils who require help during morning routines, lunch/break times or when going to the lavatory.

To be a successful Learning Support Assistant with Orbis Education and Care, you’ll need:

- Qualification in English & Maths;
- Ability to relate well to pupils and build positive and respectful relationships that are on a professional level;
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Must be able to show initiative;
- Ability to offer personal care in a respectful way.

In return, we offer:

- A fully paid Induction Training Programme, DBS and Education Workforce Council Registration.
- Competitive annual leave allowance
- Free uniform.
- £1200 Annual Travel Allowance.
- Paid training for nationally recognised Teaching assistant Qualifications.
- Enrolment in a Company Pension Scheme.
- Career progression opportunities – we have an excellent track record of internal promotions!
- Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts at a range of retailers.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay after 12 months of employment.
- ‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per Support Worker or Learning Support Assistant you refer to work for us.
- Loyalty Bonus- £300 After 1 year service
- £25 Xmas Voucher.
- Life Assurance – after probation.
- Medicash Health Plan – after probation.
- Employee Assistance Scheme, including confidential Counselling and Support Sessions and access to Salary Financing Services.

Orbis Education & Care is a sector-leading provider of specialist services for children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. We specialise in providing individualised placements for unique individuals.
At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.
INDPRE

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Salary

£12.94 - £13.57 per hour