Who we are.
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Do you have a passion for changing the lives of young people with SEN and the drive and enthusiasm to join our team?
Woodlands Centre at Merrist Wood College provides a safe and secure learning environment for up to 35 students with complex learning difficulties including sensory impairment, physical difficulties, behaviour and medical conditions. We are looking for people with a kind, caring nature and has a genuine interest in helping young people to thrive and achieve their individual goals.
If you have a proven track record of working within the education sector, care industry and childcare, we would love to hear from you!
The centre is a fun and lively place to work- and no two days are ever the same.
About the role
Our teaching Assistants support the students with their learning and general wellbeing to ensure every student has the best opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. Where necessary this may include supporting with personal care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management adopting a tailored approach to the individual student.
The role of SEN Teaching Assistant is an exciting career opportunity for the right candidate.
Key duties:
What do you need to be a successful Teaching Assistant at Activate Learning?
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Here are some of our benefits:
• Enrolment into generous pensions schemes
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Excellent on-site facilities including free onsite parking, refectory facilities, Hair and Beauty salons
• An extensive Learning and Development programme with a range of CPD opportunities
• Specialised support and development for teaching staff
• Access to qualified coaches for all staff
• Leadership and Management development programmes
• Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate
• A comprehensive wellbeing programme including access to the Fika and Everymind app
• Mental Health support including access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee resource groups
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend vacancy incentive
• Access to student discount programmes
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
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