Learning Support Assistant

Vision are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to be in the classroom supporting a student on a 1:1 basis at a lovely village school near Cambourne, Cambridgeshire to start in late September

About the role

The successful candidate will need to have previous experience supporting children within a classroom setting. The role will start as a temporary role and can become permanent after an 18 week period if the placement is successful. You will be working 1:1 with a child in Year 2, assisting with the development and implementation of their education, and ensuring that they are understanding the curriculum. As with any 1:1 TA role, it will involve encouraging the child to interact with others and engage in the activities provided by the teacher.

About the school

This is a small village school near Cambourne with an established staff team and a fun ethos. Together the school encourages their children to step out from their comfort zones to build self esteem and broaden their horizons. They are keen to challenge their staff with new training and progression opportunities.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Learning Support Assistant you will:

• - Enhanced DBS ( on update service) - We can run one for if you don't have one
• - Level 3 in childcare or equivalent (preferable but not essential if experienced)
• - Experience with working on a 1:1 basis

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£85 to £100 per day

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• - Previous experience within Primary Schools or similar setting
• - Experience with 1:1

What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Tom Middlemiss on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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