Impactful Learning Support Assistant – SEND & Inclusion

Principal Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Education is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND and Inclusion team at a welcoming North London secondary school. You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to help students access the curriculum and develop confidence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for students with a range of additional needs, adapting activities and resources in collaboration with staff, and promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Ability to support SEND students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Willingness to adapt activities for individual needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Support pupils to access lessons and participate in the curriculum.
• Adapt learning activities and resources with teachers where appropriate.
• Support students with needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and learning difficulties.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Deliver targeted interventions and support literacy, numeracy and study skills.
• Monitor students' progress and provide constructive feedback to teachers and the SEND team.
• Build positive, professional relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Team player

Empathy

Student support

Job description

Principal Education is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND and Inclusion team at a welcoming North London secondary school. You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to help students access the curriculum and develop confidence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for students with a range of additional needs, adapting activities and resources in collaboration with staff, and promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.