Learning Support Assistant

Are you an experienced support worker seeking a role in education? Do you thrive from working with and supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

A 'Good' rated Special School in Leeds is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team of support staff. The school caters for children and young people aged 4 to 18 years with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Complex Medical Conditions and Physical Disabilities.

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to start a long-term, full-time placement (Monday to Friday) to start as soon as possible until the end of the academic year and beyond.

As a Learning Support Assistant, your roles and responsibilities would be:

• To work alongside the class teacher and support staff in the day-to-day running of their lessons.
• To support with behaviour management and to act as a positive role model for the students.
• To help run stimulating and exciting lessons which aim to enhance the sensory skills of the pupils.
• To build strong relationships with the students to help them feel comfortable and safe.
• To support the students with their day to day routine including assisting with personal care if required.

If you would like the opportunity to add value to the lives of children and young people with Autism, submit your application today and make your dream become a reality!