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Specialist Learning Support Assistant- Forest School - Term Time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-6079-82S
  • Posted:07/05/2021
  • Pay:£17,481.87
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:24/05/2021 at 17:30
  • Interviews:tbc

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Forest School-Specialist LSA

Monday-Friday 8.30am-3.30pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks)

Salary- £17,481.87-actual salary

To start as soon as possible

We require a Specialist Learning Support Assistant to work within our Forest School environment. This will involve 1:1, small group and in-class support. In conjunction with the Learning Lodge/Forest School Teacher, you will be responsible for using a range of techniques and approaches to meet the needs of our learners as outlined in their EHCPs. As well as supporting students, the role includes organisation of equipment and general support of the lead teacher.

The work requires moderate levels of physical effort. It involves lifting and handling of equipment and other resources and to be involved in practical activities and physical care of learners and the physical outdoor environment. The role is almost exclusively out of doors and will require working on uneven surfaces and in unpredictable weather conditions.

Key Requirements

  • Full driving licence and use of own vehicle
  • Experience of working in schools (preferably SEN)
  • Ready to work within the Forest School ethos, providing learners opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on experiences in woodland and natural environment
  • Forest School Level 2 desirable but not essential
  • Willing to learn new SEN teaching strategies/techniques and skills to best support students
  • Proactive, creative and innovative
  • Emotionally robust and resilient
  • Committed to own personal and professional development
  • Fresh ideas and a good insight into how to support students with mental health difficulties

Benefits

  • Free lunch and refreshments as well as free parking onsite
  • Regular training from internal and external experts
  • Employee Assist support line service
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted venue hire for parties/weddings

Application Form, Job Descriptions and further details are on our website www.westheathschool.com or contact whs.hrdepartment@westheathschool.com for further information.

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post.

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED outstanding May 2022

West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in “rebuilding lives through education”, developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

“A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education”

“The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…”

“Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!”

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
  • Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
  • Telephone: 01732 460 553
  • Email: whs.hr@westheathschool.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.