Learning Support Assistant - Hythe

Academics are recruiting on behalf of a 'Good' Pupil Referral Unit on the outskirts of Southampton in Hythe who are looking for experienced Learning Support Assistant's to join their team. This is a full-time contract to start after Easter on an on-going contract.

The school caters for children aged 11-16 years who have been permanently excluded, are at risk of permanent exclusion from their mainstream school or are awaiting a place at a specialist school. They have capacity for 66 pupils. Approximately 20 places are allocated to KS3/4 children who are medically unwell or who are emotionally vulnerable, with a consultant level diagnosis of a condition related to their mental health.

The school supports 9 secondary schools (8 Academies) in the New Forest area as well as providing provision for students out of this area at the request of the Local Authority.

You will be required to work with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis, providing educational and emotional support.

Suitable candidates must possess strong behaviour management skills, be empathetic and be able to build positive relationships with the students. Experience working in a similar environment, or with children with challenging behaviour would be an advantage. You must have experience of supporting in a school setting.

If you are able to commute to the Hythe area for work, please apply!