Autism / LD Learning Support Assistant - Birchwood School

About The Role 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 knows as Ty Coryton School), supporting pupils with Autism & learning disabilities   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 autism. 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 is a specialist school in Cardiff for children with complex needs associated with autism. Our welcoming approach blends education and care with therapeutic support. Our pupils who have autism and learning disabilities 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 School 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; ‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per successful permanent referral;  Health Plan - after probation; Join us for clear career progression and valuable qualification - 97% of our managers progressed internally; How to apply: Don't waste any more time, if you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as a LSA at Orbis Education and Care, we would love to hear from you.  To apply please submit your CV using the 'apply' link.  At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.  INDMIX