Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Essex; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PAYE employment

Fortnightly pay

Training opportunities

Job summary

GSL Education in Harlow is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with a primary pupil who has complex needs. This full-time, temporary role is in a school environment with long-term potential for the right candidate.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to support learning, communication, development and day-to-day needs, adapting approaches to meet individual requirements. Experience with autism, ADHD, or other needs is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with complex SEN needs.
• Experience with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, or other needs is beneficial.
• Patient, calm, and resilient approach when supporting children with challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Genuine interest in supporting children's learning, development and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged child with complex SEN needs.
• Support the child to access classroom activities, learning opportunities and the wider school environment.
• Follow individual support plans and guidance from the class teacher and SEN team.
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to suit the child’s needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive engagement.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, the SEN team and other professionals.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Patience

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full-time

Location: Harlow

GSL Education is currently recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work in a primary school in Harlow, supporting a child with complex additional needs on a dedicated 1:1 basis.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who has experience supporting children with SEN and is confident providing individualised support within a primary school environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and wider SEN team to support the child's learning, communication, development and day-to-day needs. The role will require someone who is patient, resilient, proactive and able to adapt their approach to meet the individual needs of the child.

The Role

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged child with complex SEN needs.

Support the child to access classroom activities, learning opportunities and the wider school environment.

Follow individual support plans and guidance from the class teacher and SEN team.

Adapt activities and communication approaches to suit the child's individual needs and abilities.

Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive engagement.

Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour using appropriate strategies.

Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.

Work collaboratively with teaching staff, the SEN team and other professionals involved in the child's care and development.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience supporting children with complex SEN needs.

Experience working with children with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning difficulties or other additional needs would be beneficial.

A patient, calm and resilient approach, particularly when supporting children who may display challenging behaviours.

Confidence adapting support to suit individual needs and responding to changing situations.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

A genuine interest in supporting children's learning, development and independence.

Reliable, committed and able to work full-time on a long-term basis.

Experience within a primary school, specialist provision, SEN setting or similar childcare/support environment would be advantageous.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• PAYE employment, with tax and National Insurance deducted at source.
• Fortnightly pay.
• Free training opportunities, including safeguarding, Prevent and trauma-informed practice.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to work with local primary schools, Multi-Academy Trusts and independent schools.
• A £250 referral scheme, subject to eligibility requirements.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with education recruitment requirements.