Dedicated SEND LSA: 1:1 Support for Complex Needs

TeacherActive Limited.; Essex; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Referral bonus

PAYE payments

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Female SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a specialist SEND school in Benfleet, Essex. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SLD, PMLD, ASC and physical disabilities, including personal care and developing communication skills.

Working with teachers and therapists, you will help implement individual learning plans and support pupils' emotional wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children/young people with SEND such as SLD, PMLD or autism.
• Ability to provide personal care and support pupils with complex physical needs.
• Calm, caring and patient approach with strong communication and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEND needs.
• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD, autism and additional learning difficulties.
• Assist with personal care including toileting, changing and hygiene routines.
• Support pupils with physical disabilities and mobility needs.
• Help pupils develop communication using visual aids, PECS, Makaton or similar methods.
• Manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support and de-escalation.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

SEND experience

Education

DBS Update Service (enhanced) or willingness to obtain

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a Female SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a specialist SEND school in Benfleet, Essex. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SLD, PMLD, ASC and physical disabilities, including personal care and developing communication skills.

Working with teachers and therapists, you will help implement individual learning plans and support pupils' emotional wellbeing and development.