Learning Support Assistant — 1:1 & Small‑Group SEND Impact

Senploy; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and SEND training

Progression opportunities

Regular check-ins and guidance

Job summary

Quokka Education is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work in SEND and mainstream schools in Basingstoke. You’ll support children with ASD, ADHD and trauma-related needs, building trusted relationships and supporting learning during school hours.

No prior school experience is required; being calm, patient and non-judgemental matters most as you collaborate with teachers and SEND teams. DBS check and references are part of the process.

Qualifications

• No prior school experience is essential.
• Calm, caring, patient and non-judgemental demeanor.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• Enhanced DBS preferred and two professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Help pupils manage emotions and build confidence.
• Recognise behavioural triggers and respond calmly.
• Encourage independence and engagement in learning.
• Work alongside teachers and SEND teams.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Calm and patient

Relationship building

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Quokka Education is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work in SEND and mainstream schools in Basingstoke. You’ll support children with ASD, ADHD and trauma-related needs, building trusted relationships and supporting learning during school hours.

No prior school experience is required; being calm, patient and non-judgemental matters most as you collaborate with teachers and SEND teams. DBS check and references are part of the process.