Autism Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a long-term role in a supportive SEND school. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with children diagnosed with Autism and Complex Learning Difficulties, fostering their independence and creativity. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards teaching, ensuring the safety and well-being of students. Join a friendly community that values collaboration and strives to provide an exciting learning experience for every child.

Benefits

Dedicated Account Manager

Competitive Rates of Pay

Potential Long-term Roles

Full Compliance with AWR

Network of Branches Across the UK

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with additional needs.
• Ability to support children of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with ASD.
• Work with teachers and parents to support students' development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Support for Students with ASD

Relationship Building

Positive Attitude

Safety and Well-being

Education

L2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

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Client:

New Directions

Location:

Merseyside, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description

New Directions Liverpool are looking for a Learning Support Assistant for a ‘Good’ SEND school based in Kirkby, for a Long-term role . If successful, you will be required to support children who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASD) and Complex Learning Difficulties (CLD). This role will be to start ASAP subject to clearance.

Responsibilities of the role included but are not limited to:

• Have excellent communication skills.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with ASD
• Be able to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• Be encouraging and supportive.
• Have a positive attitude towards teaching and aiding children’s development.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the student.
• Work and liaise with teachers, therapists, and parents to support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

This school has a friendly and welcoming community. Children are encouraged to be independent, creative, and respectful. Staff within the school strive to give students a fun and exciting learning experience, which in turn enables all children to excel.

Job Specification

• Have experience working with children, or adults, with additional needs
• Hold a L2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Able to support children of all abilities.
• Have a positive and ambitious attitude to learning.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.