Location: Central Bristol
Salary: £17,364 - £18,410 (actual Term Time Only contract) / £60 - £94 per day
Start date: 4th January 2022
Type: Full time, Permanent (via temp-to-perm, 12 week / 60 day trial)
This post for a SEMH Learning Support Assistants will involve working with some of the most challenging teenage learners at a specialist Alternative Provision in central Bristol. Students at this school have often missed large parts of standard education so a focus on learning as well as social development will be a key part of this role. The contract would be on a 12-week basis via Elementa Education with a view to being employed thereafter on direct contract with the school.
This organisation offers one of the most supportive and progressive environments possible for both learners and staff colleagues. Mental health is a key focus for the school and you will be offered weekly counselling & support sessions, weekly 1:1 & coaching session with your line manager and other well-being benefits. This staff team work hard to ensure they provide the best opportunities for their learners.
For the successful applicant, pending your success, you will have the opportunity to progress within the organisation; into a Learning Mentor role for example. Additionally in the last 2 years, the school have sponsored 3 of their staff to gain their PGCE teaching qualification. If you are keen to join an organisation where your hard work & perseverance are rewarded, this is a great opportunity for you.
As a person, the right applicant will be:
- experienced at working with learners that frequently display challenging behaviour
- resilient, positive natured and maintain composure when working in challenging situations
- be committed, empathetic and passionate about providing the best opportunity for the learners
- have a strong work ethic with a professional approach
Elementa is the recruiting partner for this role and as such you will need to initially register to be formally represented for the role. If successful you will be required to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and undergo our full vetting processing, including satisfactory referencing.
Elementa offers all candidates working for us:
- Fair pay policy
- Free Team Teach training
- PAYE contract
If you feel you are well suited to this post based on your practical & personal skills, please apply straight away with your full, up to date CV attached. All applicants will be promptly responded to.