Learning Support Assistant

The Education Network; Bingley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency in education is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (SEN) to aid pupils with additional learning needs in a supportive Bingley school. The ideal candidate should have experience supporting children with SEN, a patient approach, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing tailored support and assisting in classroom activities. This role offers competitive daily pay, ongoing training, and access to a supportive team dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment for students.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in school or care settings with children having SEN.
• Ability to support emotional regulation and development of social skills.
• Will obtain an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with varying SEN needs.
• Assist with classroom activities, learning tasks and behaviour support.
• Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and personal strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN

Patient, calm and supportive approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils

Genuine passion for helping young people succeed

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Location: Bingley

Employer: The Education Network

Start Date: ASAP

The Education Network is currently recruiting a dedicated, compassionate and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Bingley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to helping young people with additional learning needs achieve their full potential.

About the Role

As an LSA, you will support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, communication difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and other school staff to provide tailored support that enables each student to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with varying SEN needs
• Assist with classroom activities, learning tasks and behaviour support
• Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and personalised strategies
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive learning behaviours
• Support emotional regulation and social skills development
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN (school or care settings welcomed)
• A patient, calm and supportive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work with The Education Network?

• Competitive daily rates
• Access to ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training
• Support from a dedicated consultant

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have an unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.