Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education - Kent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in Folkestone is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs. The role involves providing tailored support to help students achieve their academic and social potential. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEN and a caring approach. This position offers competitive weekly pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free training

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable but not essential.
• Patient, caring, and resilient approach needed.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with communication and emotional regulation needs.

Skills

Experience with children or young people with SEN

Patience

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Folkestone

£440 - £550 per week

October ongoing

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join an exceptional Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Folkestone. This is a rewarding role where you will work closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs, supporting them to achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and social, emotional & mental health needs (SEMH).
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and emotional regulation needs.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

About the School
This welcoming SEN school in Folkestone prides itself on its supportive ethos and personalised approach to education. The staff are passionate about enabling every child to succeed, using creative, flexible teaching strategies and a strong focus on well-being.

Requirements
To be considered for the Learning Support Assistant role, you will need:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential).
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to pupils individual needs.
• A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Have relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Kent team on (phone number removed).