Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Vision for Education; New Milton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant in New Milton. The role involves providing dedicated support to children with special needs, fostering their academic and emotional development. Candidates should have experience working with children, possess excellent communication skills, and be passionate about education.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs or challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of various learning styles and adaptability in teaching methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to a specific student.
• Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt materials.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Job description

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Vision for Education

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New Milton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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About the role

• Learning Support Assistant
• Full time (Monday to Friday)
• Permanent
• Location - New Milton
• Start date - September 2025 or ASAP

The School and Role

An Alternative Provision school based in New Milton are currently seeking Learning Support Assistants to start in September or as soon as possible. The school caters for primary and secondary pupils aged 6 - 16 years with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, ASD, and various other needs including trauma, school phobia Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD). All learners have an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

The successful Support Assistant will be required to work in small groups and 1-1 with pupils, assisting them academically as well as overcoming barriers to learning and supporting them emotionally. You will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and emotional development of a child with special needs or challenging behaviour. Working closely with the class teacher and special educational needs coordinator (SENCO), you will create a positive and inclusive learning environment tailored to the individual needs of the student.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support to a specific student, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt teaching materials and methods to meet the unique needs of the student.
• Foster a nurturing and supportive relationship with the student to enhance their social and emotional well-being.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working with children with special needs or challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of various learning styles and the ability to adapt teaching methods accordingly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting the educational journey of every child.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).

· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

· Social and networking events.

· Pension contributions.

· CPD to help with your professional development.

· Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.