Learning Support Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Manchester; Presencial; GBP 19.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Empowering Learning Ltd in Trafford is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in a well-resourced SEN school. The role focuses on supporting students with PMLD through 1:1 and small-group sessions, personal care, and assisting with communication aids and sensory activities.

You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver holistic support, creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. Immediate start with full training is provided.

Formación

• Previous experience working with children or young people with PMLD, MLD, or other learning difficulties is preferred.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication skills, both with students and colleagues.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
• A commitment to making a positive impact on students' emotional and academic development.

Responsabilidades

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with PMLD.
• Assisting with personal care, communication aids, sensory activities, and physiotherapy routines.
• Creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborating closely with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver holistic support.

Conocimientos

PMLD experience

Patience & empathy

Communication

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Learning Support Assistant
Location: Trafford
Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
Pay: 16.79 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

We're seeking an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and well-resourced special educational needs school in Trafford. This full-time role offers a deeply rewarding opportunity to support students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) - helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Personal Care is involved in this role (toilet/changing students)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with PMLD

• Assisting with personal care, communication aids, sensory activities, and physiotherapy routines

• Creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment

• Collaborating closely with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver holistic support

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with PMLD, MLD, or other learning difficulties is preferred.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication skills, both with students and colleagues.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
• A commitment to making a positive impact on students' emotional and academic development.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay of 16.79 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and rewarding environment.
• A chance to help children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
• Immediate start with full training and ongoing professional development.

If you're ready to make a difference and help create an inclusive learning environment for students with SEN needs, we want to hear from you!