Learning Support Assistant – Chester

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who specialises in supporting students with additional learning needs?

Job Description

Chalk is currently working on behalf of a Further Education provision located in Chester, who requires Learning Support Assistants to full-fill a variety of part-time roles. Do you have experience of supporting young people or adults who have either physical disabilities, Autism, ADHD or Mental Health Difficulties. This is a fantastic, vibrant place to work in with modern facilities and has a supportive network of staff. Alongside the staff you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people.

Hours of work are to suit applicants 1-5 days per week, anytime between Monday and Friday- the hours are generally between 8:45am-3:15pm, it is also possible one-off classes will require applicants to work until 4:45pm. Pays a min £11 per hour. This campus is local to bus routes. Interview process for this role will involve a pre-phone call to discuss in more detail, with a view to applicants attending an open day / site tour at the Campus site in Chester.

To be considered for this ASD TA role you will need:

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs - Essential
• Calm and nurturing person
• A flexible and patient approach when working with young people
• Excellent communication skills
• Behaviour Management would be desirable for some roles.
• The ability to build and develop positive relationships with students and staff
• GCSE to level C or above in English and Maths

Additional requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• References confirming suitability for the role (covering up to 2 years)
• Safeguarding training - provided
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or willing to apply for a new one

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers