Driver Learning Support Assistant - SEND, Special School (Shaftesbury)

TeacherActive Ltd; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD Courses & certificates

Market leading pay

Referral scheme up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for an independent special day school in Shaftesbury, caring for pupils aged 5 to 19 with complex needs. The role is full-time and long-term temporary, requiring a reliable driver to travel to site.

You will help pupils access learning, manage individual needs and engage positively with school life, building strong relationships and staying patient and proactive throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND/SEN or complex needs.
• Experience working with children or young people with learning challenges.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• Patient, resilient and supportive approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 5 to 19 to access learning and engage with school life.
• Help pupils manage individual needs and barriers to learning.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with staff to monitor progress and wellbeing.

Skills

SEND/SEN experience

Driver with license

Patient and resilient

Relationship building

Flexible attitude

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for an independent special day school in Shaftesbury, caring for pupils aged 5 to 19 with complex needs. The role is full-time and long-term temporary, requiring a reliable driver to travel to site.

You will help pupils access learning, manage individual needs and engage positively with school life, building strong relationships and staying patient and proactive throughout the day.