ASD-Focused Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Aspire People; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible full-time or part-time

Specialist ASD experience

Ongoing training and development

Clear pathways to permanent roles

Job summary

Aspire People Limited in South East London is seeking caring SEN Learning Support Assistants to join ASD-focused schools across South East London. You will support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and adapt resources to meet individual needs.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time positions, ongoing training from dedicated SEN consultants, and clear pathways to permanent employment within SEN schools.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children/young people with special educational needs, ideally ASD.
• Understanding of autism, sensory processing differences, and communication challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a patient, empathetic approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated SEN team.
• GCSEs (A*-C) in English and Maths; additional qualifications in child development or SEN support desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with ASD and related needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering personalised learning plans and adapting resources.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social, and emotional skills with structured strategies.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and engagement in learning.
• Contribute to IEPs and collaborate with SENCOs and therapists.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN/ASD in schools

Autism understanding

Interpersonal & communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs English and Maths (A*-C)

Additional SEN/child development qualification

Job description

Aspire People Limited in South East London is seeking caring SEN Learning Support Assistants to join ASD-focused schools across South East London. You will support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and adapt resources to meet individual needs.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time positions, ongoing training from dedicated SEN consultants, and clear pathways to permanent employment within SEN schools.