SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Birchwood School

Learning Support Assistant - Cardiff - Fulltime - Permanent - Term time only
Salary: £23,849 - 27, 300 pro rata (£17,886 - £20,474 actual)
Additional Holiday Allowance: £1.10 - £1.16 per hour

Birchwood School (formally known as Ty Coryton School) , supporting pupils with Trauma and Social Emotional Mental Health

We’re a leading organisation dedicated to provide exceptional care and support to children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. 

Orbis Education & Care provides specialist care and education services for children and adults with complex needs that are associated with SEMH. We know that when you support any child as a whole, they can be the very best and happiest version of themselves every day. We take a child-centred approach to everything we do; focusing on personal strengths, interests, and aspirations to empower children to enjoy a life that is active, socially valued and fulfilling.

Birchwood School is a specialist school in Cardiff for children with complex needs associated with trauma and SEMH. Our welcoming approach blends education and care with therapeutic support. Our pupils who have SEMH thrive in small classes with support from a dedicated and creative team of education professionals and therapists. Education at Birchwood is engaging, motivating and above all, fun!

A day in the life of working at Birchwood includes: 

Providing high quality teaching and learning opportunities using a variety of teaching approaches and activities support pupils to make progress towards their agreed accreditations.

Supporting teachers with the planning, preparation, and assessment of learning opportunities.

Assisting with the planning and implementation of off-site activities.

Assisting pupils who require help during morning routines, lunch/break times or with personal care. 

Sound good so far? We are looking for people who are passionate about inclusive education, and have:

Qualification in English & Maths;

Ability to relate well to pupils and build positive and respectful relationships that are on a professional level;

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team;

Must be able to show initiative;

Ability to offer personal care in a respectful way.

Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Here's a glimpse into some of the amazing benefits you can expect:

Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts at a range of retailers;

Join us for clear career progression and valuable qualifications - 97% of our managers progressed internally;

‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per successful permanent referral;

Health Plan - after probation.

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