Central Bank Learning Support Assistant
Who Are We?
The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide.
We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.
Hedley’s College is a high-quality specialist further education and training provider. We provide education and training for young people aged 16-25 with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities who require specialist individual programmes to develop their communication, independence, and employability skills.
Northern Counties School and Percy Hedley School set out to make a difference to the learning, wellbeing and future life chances of children and young people with significant additional needs. Teachers, Therapists and Learning Support Assistants work together in trans-disciplinary teams to meet the individual needs of every pupil. Together, and through detailed analysis of their presentation, we believe we can unlock each child’s potential and support achievement for all.
The Role
Please note we do not offer sponsorship, applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We are on the lookout for people who are passionate about providing excellent care and support, who love a challenge and like to have fun at work! We have two schools, in Jesmond and Killingworth, and a further education College in Forest Hall. The role of the Bank Learning Support Assistant will be to provide flexible support on a zero-hour contract.
You will be joining a strong and highly skilled teaching support team and a forward thinking, innovative school or college, which will provide further opportunities for your personal development and growth. It is important to be a real team player. Flexibility with an ability to adapt and respond to evolving situations is an important skill for our bank team.
The position is a zero-hour contract, but shifts will involve working between Mondays to Fridays 8.30am – 5pm. You will be offered available shifts in our education settings and, if desired, our adult services, which offer evening and weekend shifts. You will be able to book offered shifts that meet your availability.
If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact our recruitment team on 0191 2381301 (We politely request no calls from recruitment agencies in relation to this post)
Why Work for Us
We offer the following benefits to staff:
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Wellbeing support
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Contributory Pension Scheme
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Induction and ongoing training
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
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Access to Blue Light Card
Click here for more information on the benefits available: https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/work-with-us/
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements.
Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020 & 2023) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.
Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy:
Safeguarding at Northern Counties School - Northern Counties School
This recruitment is ongoing therefore the vacancy will close when a suitable number of applicants have been appointed.
