Location
Folkestone
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Temporary | Full Time
Job start date
01/12/2025
Posted date
24/11/2025
Closing date
15/12/2025
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Folkestone
Hours: 35 hours per week (8:30am-4:00pm, 30-min lunch)
We are recruiting for two Learning Support Assistants to support young people with a complex range of needs, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH.
You'll work closely with the class tutor, offering in-class support, 1:1 assistance where required, and helping students to develop academic, social and behavioural skills. Minimal personal care could be required, though no manual handling will be needed.
We welcome applications from candidates with:
* Experience in a similar educational or care setting
* Experience supporting young people with additional needs
* A background in care (even without education sector experience)
Requirements
* Enhanced Child & Adult DBS
* Ability to support personal care
* Reliability, patience, and strong communication skills
Working Pattern
* Standard hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
* Alternative pattern (9:00am - 3:30pm) may be considered for the right candidate
* 30-minute unpaid lunch break
* 35 hours per week
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The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.