Five Education is looking to recruit an In-Class Support Assistant in Yeovil. As a Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with identified children and young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. The children have a diagnosis of Special Education Needs (SEN) such as Autism or ADHD and/ or mental health challenges. They will need extra help at school in the lessons and at break and lunchtimes. Experience is not necessary, but a can-do attitude, resilience and initiative are essential. You will need to be available 8:30-15:30. This work is term time only, the school prefers people who can offer 5 days a week but they will consider people who can work a minimum of two days a week. Responsibilities and duties:
· Supporting 1:1 in class or in small groups
· Help pupils to remain focussed
· Build a strong relationship with the pupils and teaching staff to ensure that the pupils are achieving their potential Essential Criteria:
· Be empathetic, kind and patient
· Have a right to work in the UK (A Valid Visa)
· Two recent references, covering the last 2 years
· Relevant DBS/Police checks, or willing to obtain What can Five Education offer you?
· One of the best supply experiences in The South West - check out our google reviews!
· Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
· Subsidised initial DBS cost (we pay £15, you pay £30, refunded after working 5 days)
· Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more. We are always available for an informal chat if you want