Learning Support Assistant

Career Teachers; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Staff wellbeing focus

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Career Teachers is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for an ASD school in Croydon, starting this September. You will support children with autism, helping them access learning activities in a warm, structured environment.

Join a dedicated team where you’ll work alongside teachers and therapists to develop communication, social skills, and independence. The role emphasizes patience, creativity, and a nurturing approach, with strong training and staff wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN or speech and language support or care background.
• Patience, consistency and creativity are key qualities for this role.
• Training and staff wellbeing opportunities are highlighted by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism in accessing learning activities.
• Work with teachers and therapists to create engaging, positive learning experiences.
• Assist in developing communication and social skills for students.

Skills

SEN experience

Speech and language support

Care background

Patience

Creativity

Team collaboration

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - ASD School - Croydon

Location: Croydon, South London

Hours: 08:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday to Friday, full time)

Start Date: ASAP

Career Teachers is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant for a vibrant and inclusive ASD school based in Croydon, starting this September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for supporting children with autism to thrive in a structured, nurturing environment.

The school is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and a strong commitment to personalised learning. It provides specialist support tailored to each pupil's unique needs, focusing on developing communication, social skills, and independence in a safe and supportive setting.

The school caters to pupils with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), many of whom have additional needs including speech, language, and communication difficulties. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to create a positive and engaging learning experience for all students.

We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience in SEN, speech and language support, or a background in care. Patience, consistency, and creativity are key qualities for this role.

The school offers excellent training and development opportunities and places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and teamwork.

If you're a committed and compassionate individual ready to support pupils with autism and communication needs, join a dedicated team as a Learning Support Assistant this September.

Career Teachers is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all. All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.

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