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Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant – Queenswood School
Queenswood School is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant to join our education team! We are looking for versatile, resilient, yet committed people who can adapt their practice to support students effectively across all key stages. The successful candidate will assist children with their work, support pupil behaviour, establish strong relationships, act as a role model, and address individual needs.
About Queenswood School
Queenswood School in Ledbury, Herefordshire, is an independent, specialist school nestled in a peaceful rural setting. We provide education and care for children and young people aged 11–19, who face social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties and a range of additional needs. These may include:
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Attachment disorders
- ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder)
- PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
- Moderate and Specific Learning Difficulties (MLD/SpLD)
- Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
Our mission is to unlock the potential of our students. We equip them with knowledge, skills, and behaviours so they can look forward to a brighter future.
Role Overview
You will provide crucial support in:
- Assisting children across all key stages in their learning tasks
- Contributing to positive behaviour management
- Building trustworthy and empowering relationships
- Acting as a role model while addressing specific psychological, emotional, or behavioural challenges
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About the Culture & Environment
At Queenswood School, we foster warm, nurturing, and inclusive relationships that empower students to regain confidence and thrive emotionally and socially. Our team of experienced, dedicated staff:
- Guides students on productive paths by creating safe, supportive interactions.
- Builds positive connections to instil confidence in students, making them feel secure, understood, and valued.
Safeguarding & Commitment
We have strong safeguarding practices, placing student safety and welfare at the very heart of all we do. Support is carefully structured to effectively protect the vulnerable young people in our care.
Notes & Necessary Qualifications
- Full, valid UK driving licence (off-site work may be required)
- Willingness to undergo rigorous safeguarding checks, including UK DBS clearance and completed references for the last three years (including where relevant, children or vulnerable adult experience).
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Benefits
- Exclusive access to a reward and discount scheme
- Blue Light discount card for enhanced savings
- Flexible working options where possible
- Comprehensive induction and training programme
- Commitment to development pathways and career progression
- Additional training and funding for enhanced PVG/DBS checks
- Free wellbeing support services for staff
- Cycle-to-work scheme and other perks
Career Progression with Aspris Children’s Services
As part of the Aspris Children’s Services group, we offer ample career growth opportunities. You will only need to demonstrate key values, relevant transferable skills, and meaningful life experience—support will be provided to fully develop your expertise, nurturing your career progression in education.
If you crave a dynamic and fulfilling role in Education, we will help you thrive.
Commitment to Safeguarding
All applicants must:
- Be willing to undergo safeguarding checks, including DBS clearance.
- Provide at least two relevant references covering the last three years (with a child or vulnerable adult context where applicable).
Note: References may be requested before interview for roles within our Schools.
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