Learning Support Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses access

Dedicated consultant

Permanent opportunities

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Northampton seeks an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist setting supporting pupils with autism and complex needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, using PECS, Makaton and visual aids to facilitate communication. The role may involve personal care and helping pupils regulate emotions, while building trusting relationships with staff and pupils to meet individual needs. The position is full-time and long-term.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.
• Ability to support non-verbal or limited-communication pupils.
• Experience with personal care is desirable.
• Knowledge of PECS and/or Makaton is highly beneficial.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach in a specialist setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and complex needs.
• Support pupils who may be non-verbal or have limited communication.
• Use PECS, Makaton, and visual supports for communication.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and behaviour when dysregulated.
• Support pupils to access learning and engage in school activities.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and work with staff to meet needs.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication with ASD

PECS & Makaton familiarity

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs

Location: Northampton Salary: £92.56-£95 per day Contract: Full-time, long-term Start Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive specialist setting in Northampton, supporting pupils with autism and complex needs. The pupils may be non-verbal or have limited communication, so experience using communication approaches such as PECS and Makaton would be highly beneficial. The role will also involve supporting pupils with personal care and helping them regulate when they become dysregulated.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and complex needs
• Supporting pupils who may be non-verbal or have limited communication
• Using communication methods such as PECS, Makaton and visual supports
• Supporting with personal care where required
• Helping pupils manage and regulate their emotions and behaviour when they become dysregulated
• Supporting pupils to access learning and engage in school activities
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and providing consistent support
• Working closely with teachers and the wider staff team to meet individual needs

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting pupils or individuals with autism and complex needs
• Experience supporting individuals who may be non-verbal or have communication difficulties
• Experience with personal care
• Knowledge or experience of PECS and/or Makaton is highly desirable
• Confident supporting pupils who may become dysregulated
• Patient, calm and adaptable approach
• Previous experience within a specialist school, SEN setting, care or support environment

Why Tradewind?

• Competitive daily rates
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through our National College partnership
• Dedicated consultant throughout your placement
• Potential opportunities for permanent positions