Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Redditch is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join an SEN School on a full-time basis. You will provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH and other learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop independence.

You will work closely with teachers to adapt activities, monitor progress, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment that enables every learner to thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.
• Resilient and emotionally aware.
• Flexible and adaptable in changing situations.
• Positive and encouraging approach to support.
• Committed to inclusive education.
• Willingness to obtain a DBS and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Support pupils with conditions such as ASC, PDA, ADHD, Attachment Disorder, and other needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting activities and resources.
• Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual behaviour plans.
• Assist the teacher in preparing learning materials, resources and classroom activities.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and off-site activities.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt strategies to meet pupil needs.

Skills

SEN / SEMH experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Relationship building

Empathy and compassion

Resilience

Flexibility

Positive approach

Inclusive education

DBS and references readiness

Job description

Vision fof Educationis seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in an SEN School in Redditch on a full-time basis.

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About the Role:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Support pupils with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), ADHD, Attachment Disorder, and other learning needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting learning activities and resources to suit individual needs.
• Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual behaviour plans.
• Assist the teacher in preparing learning materials, resources and classroom activities.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and off-site activities where required.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt strategies to meet pupil needs.

About the School:

• The school takes pride in being a specialist setting dedicated to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Their approach is centred on understanding the unique strengths and challenges of each individual, and they are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner feels supported to thrive and achieve their full potential.
• The school supports students with a broad range of needs, including: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attachment difficulties, Learning difficulties and other SEMH related challenges
• All students at the school have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and they work closely with families, carers and external professionals to ensure that support is well coordinated, responsive and effective.

About you:-

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Understanding of conditions such as Autism, ADHD, PDA, Attachment Disorder and learning difficulties.
• Ability to remain calm, patient and supportive in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Compassionate and empathetic
• Resilient and emotionally aware
• Flexible and adaptable
• Positive and encouraging approach
• Committed to inclusive education.
• Able to obtain a DBS and provide relevant references.

About Vision for Education

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

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 thePay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.