Impactful SEND Learning Support Assistant - Full-Time

Envision Education; Watford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking a motivated SEND Learning Support Assistant for a specialist primary school in Watford. Immediate start, full-time, long-term commitment to support children aged 4-11 with diverse needs.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to aid learning, communication and independence, with training in specialist SEND approaches provided. Prior SEND experience in the UK is valued, and personal care support may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in the UK
• May have worked in a school, specialist setting, care environment or similar role for at least 3 months
• Patient, compassionate and genuinely passionate about helping children reach their potential
• Comfortable supporting with personal care where required
• Willing to undertake training and develop understanding of specialist SEND approaches

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1, small-group and whole-class basis
• Help children access lessons, play and practical learning
• Support communication, interaction and use of visual supports where appropriate
• Build positive relationships to help children feel safe and ready to learn
• Assist pupils to develop independence, self-care and life skills
• Support behaviour regulation and emotional well-being
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Provide higher levels of adult support as needed
• Engage in sensory and multi-sensory activities tailored to individual needs
• Contribute to a personalised curriculum aligned with EHCP outcomes

Skills

Experience with SEND

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Envision Education is seeking a motivated SEND Learning Support Assistant for a specialist primary school in Watford. Immediate start, full-time, long-term commitment to support children aged 4-11 with diverse needs.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to aid learning, communication and independence, with training in specialist SEND approaches provided. Prior SEND experience in the UK is valued, and personal care support may be required.