Specialist Learning Support Assistant

The Chief Executive Officer of The Donaldson’s Trust, Linlithgow, invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the post of: 

Specialist Learning Support Assistant 

Salary: £16,187.12 FTE 

The Trust is seeking a dynamic and creative individual to take on the role of Specialist Learning Support Assistant on a permanent basis. 

The specialist learning support assistant will assist with the learning and teaching of an assigned class of children and/or young people with a range of additional complex support needs. They will use their knowledge and understanding of complex additional support needs to support the safety and learning environment in which children and/or young people will thrive, under the guidance of a specialist teacher.

This is a hand’s on role and requires a professional, confident, diligent individual with a strong awareness and understanding of child protection legislation in Education. 

Requirements:

Essential:  

· SVQ in Education, Childcare or Health & Social Care or a wilingess to work towards

· PVG Certificate 

Desirable: 

· Driving Licence

Donaldson’s Trust welcomes applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation or disability.