Learning Support Assistant – Post 16 – SEND Sense Education

Sense Education Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work full-time in a specialist provision for young people with additional needs. The role involves supporting learners in work placements and promoting their independence through tailored support. Ideal candidates will have experience with Autism and relevant qualifications, contributing to a nurturing learning environment.

Benefits

Training and support for the role

Career development opportunities

Weekly pay for temporary roles

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults or young people with additional needs.
• Knowledge of Autism and a commitment to supporting SEND learners.

Responsibilities

• Supporting post 16 learners with additional needs.
• Promoting literacy, numeracy, and employability skills.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Commitment to supporting learners with SEND

Knowledge of Autism and other learning needs

Education

Degree, TA qualification, or equivalent

Job description

We have an exciting position to start ASAP for a Learning Support Assistant – Post 16 – SEND. The position is to work full time in a specialist provision supporting young people with SEND. The role involves supporting them through work placements and helping develop skills to promote independence and functional skills.

The team

The team is a dynamic, supportive group with a person-centred approach to education. As a Career Support LSA, you will support students in work placements two days a week and in the classroom for the remaining three days.

The ideal candidate

• Has experience working with adults with Autism and additional needs or young people with additional needs.
• Is committed to supporting learners with SEND.
• Has knowledge of Autism and other learning needs.
• Possesses a degree, TA qualification, or equivalent.

The role

• Supporting post 16 learners with additional needs.
• Promoting literacy, numeracy, and employability skills.
• Supporting pupils during work placements.
• Working as part of a friendly, dynamic staff team.
• Promoting a nurturing learning environment.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils.

The school

• A unique place for learning with a warm, nurturing approach.
• A staff team that collaborates effectively.
• State-of-the-art facilities for post 16 pupils with additional needs.

Additional information

We offer training and support for the role. All staff are required to complete Safeguarding Training. We support your career development within the Sense team. Interested candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV. For more information, visit www.senseeducation.co.uk.

Safeguarding children is a core part of our work. We conduct checks on all candidates. A current Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, a new DBS application may be necessary. Temporary roles are paid weekly.

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