Job description
Seeking a Pupil Support Assistant in Christchurch!
Job Title: Pupil Support Assistant
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time (Part-time option available)
Start Date: January 2025
Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Pupil Support Assistant to join our dedicated team at a welcoming school in Christchurch!
About the Role:
As a Pupil Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with SEND, SEMH, and ASD, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with a team of dedicated professionals to create and implement individualised support plans tailored to each student’s needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
Key Responsibilities of Pupil Support Assistant:
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualised support plans for students with SEND, SEMH, and ASD, assessing each student’s unique needs and abilities, and setting specific goals.
- Provide one-on-one and small group support tailored to students’ needs, ensuring they receive the attention and assistance they need to succeed.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adapting support strategies as necessary to ensure that each student is progressing towards their goals.
- Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure a cohesive approach to each student’s education and well-being, sharing insights and strategies to support their development.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported, encouraging positive interactions and a sense of community.
- Use a variety of support methods to engage and motivate students, catering to different learning styles and preferences, and making learning enjoyable and effective.
- Keep detailed records of each student’s progress, including assessments, observations, and feedback, and communicate this information to parents, support staff, and other relevant parties to ensure transparency and collaboration.
Requirements of Pupil Support Assistant:
- Prior experience in supporting students with special educational needs is essential.
- Excellent communication skills are crucial for effectively interacting with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering positive relationships.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain strong, supportive relationships with all members of the school community, creating a positive and collaborative environment.
- Show a deep commitment to helping students with SEND, SEMH, and ASD, exhibiting patience and empathy in interactions.
- Relevant qualifications or training in special education (desirable but not essential).
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy a pay rate of £12.82 per hour.
- Flexible Work Hours: Full-time with part-time options available for the right candidate.
- Immediate Start Option: Start in January 2025 or join earlier if available.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a primary school environment, with the opportunity to expand your skills in SEN.
- Supportive Environment: Work within a close-knit school community that values every member of the team.
To work with GSL Education you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Pupil Support Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Christchurch!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Pupil Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.