Learning Support Assistant

Empowering Learning are currently working with an SEMH School in Harlow who are looking for an individual who can be a perfect role model for pupils who are disengaged with their studies. We are looking for an individual to work closely with those who have challenging behaviours and social/emotional difficulties.

This role will be challenging but highly rewarding seeing the difference you are making to these young peoples lives.

Within this environment you will be tasked with the following roles and responsibilities:

Provide opportunities to progress academically, socially and emotionally
Offer advice and support
Develop self-confidence, positive self-image and independence
Fully compliant in safeguarding policies and procedures
Leading by example as a role model
Leading sports and activity sessions
Offer guidance and mentoring
Have an understanding/interest in sports
Provide a safe environment to learn
Deal with any challenging
Have an understanding of individuals personalities and needs
or disruptive behaviour

The environment of this SEMH School is unlike that of a mainstream school as it is much more nurturing, pastoral, student focused and personal, giving you the chance to really have an impact and create a relationship with the students.

Requirements for this role include:

At least 6 months experience in the UK
Experience working with children in any professional setting
Experience working in care or with vulnerable people if you don't have the above
Sports background
A strong personality

If you have experience working with children or young adults with special education needs and are interested in making a positive contribution to the lives of young people, please send your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed).

Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation