Learning Support Assistant – Primary SEN School

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary SEN school in Redhill is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of children with disabilities. The role involves close support for children aged 3-11, assisting their educational development and personal care needs while working alongside experienced professionals. Flexible working hours with excellent training and mentoring opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

CPD and mentoring provided

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience working with children or in educational settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with severe learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Assist the teacher with classroom activities and adapted learning methods.
• Encourage independence and confidence in children.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Primary SEN School - Redhill

Opportunity to genuinely make a difference to young children who need support in many ways. The role involves supporting children with severe and multiple learning difficulties, including medical needs, autism, and other disabilities.

You will help children aged 3 to 11 by supporting the teacher with their development and education, using adapted learning materials and methods tailored to children with special needs. Your role includes encouraging, reassuring, and comforting children while helping them become independent and confident.

You will receive training, mentoring, and guidance from a team of experienced and supportive professionals, and learn to clinically assess children and support required medical interventions and personal care.

The school is well-equipped with a large hall, fitted PE apparatus, soft play and sensory rooms, a swing room, and high-quality indoor swimming and hydrotherapy pools.

Your duties include greeting children in the mornings, assisting with pupil handover at the end of the day, and supporting children during breaks and activities both indoors and outdoors.

Start date: Flexible
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30
Pay: £90 to £110 per day
Training and support: Excellent on-site training, CPD, and mentoring provided
Requirements: Must have the right to work in the UK; no visa sponsorship available

Academics is a leading education recruitment company in the UK with over 160 staff and 22 offices. We support over 200 schools across Surrey, Sussex, and Kent.

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd:
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