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The Woodside Group - Loughborough
Primary SEN Learning Support Assistant
Full time and Permanent, Term Time Only
£19,000 (actual salary)
To start as soon as possible

At Woodside we specialise in educating young people with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team and work in our wonderful school with our exceptional students and staff.

Your New Role:

We are currently looking to appoint a new Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our amazing team at our unique outdoor setting to primary aged students in our growing Leicestershire setting on a full time, permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing proactive support in lessons and, where needed, taking instruction from the subject teacher to best progress the academic achievement of the students within the session. We are looking for practitioners who can build trusting relationships our learners, in order to work with them at all levels of emotional difficulty during sessions, downtime and transitions.

Outdoor learning is central in our provisions. The appointed candidate will need to be an advocate of outdoor learning, incorporating this into as many lessons as possible. You will also be delivering small group sessions at a base specifically crafted for a small group of students. This “homely” feeling enables us to nurture our students and provide them with the best education experience once we’ve successfully engaged with them emotionally and you will have a responsibility in supporting pupils in processing new information, which will be built upon a solid understanding of the student’s manifestation of autism.

Experience:
The appointed candidates will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience working with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions.

Working Hours:
- Monday - Friday (08:30am-15:30pm)
- Term Time Only, 190 contact days
- 5 inset days

About The Woodside Group:
The Woodside Group mission is simple. To provide a safe, secure and therapeutic environment, where children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition can find enjoyment and happiness whilst accessing their own individual timetables. We support a range of ASC pupils from the ages of 11-19 and aim that each student reaches their full potential whether it be academic or vocational, and when they leave our provision, aged 19, they have clear pathway into a life, as independent as their abilities allow.

We are a growing community with a number of specialist sites located in Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire with plans for expansion in the near future. This is a great opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative group of schools where two of our provisions have recently been rated OFSTED Outstanding.

We know that by putting each individual at the centre of their learning journey, we are able to craft a unique and fulfilling experience for each student that will allow them to independently contribute to society, embrace lifelong learning and achieve without a ceiling. If you’re inspired by the prospect of being part of the Woodside team, then get in touch and start your journey with us today!

Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. We encourage you to visit us to see for yourself the opportunities we can provide.

How to apply:

For more information on how to apply, arrange a school visit and for a full application pack, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details: Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome.

T: 07525 889925
E: Woodside@hays.com

Closing date: 2nd January 2025

Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.

Safeguarding:

Please ensure that you visit our website and read our Safer Recruitment policy before applying for the role.
∙ Woodside is committed to Keeping Children Safe In Education. Part of this position requires you to work closely with vulnerable young people, reporting to Designated Safeguarding Leaders pertinent information about the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students. Full training will be provided.
∙ You are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you’re not sure whether one of your convictions is ‘protected’, you can check here (https://www.gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record/check-your-conviction-caution).
∙ If you accidentally provide information about ‘protected’ convictions or cautions, we won’t take this into account. It is an offence to apply for the role if you're barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
∙ All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
· Proof of address
· Two satisfactory references
· A completed application form (attached)
· Verification of your identity and right to work in the UK
· Confirmation of your teacher registration number (if applicable)
· A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check.
· Verification of all listed qualifications
· Proof of vehicular business insurance - Mike Sherwin