Learning Support Assistant (SEN Focus)

Teaching Personnel; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A large and inclusive secondary school in Greater Manchester seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for their SEN provision team. The role involves providing tailored support to pupils with diverse needs including autism and ADHD, fostering independence, and implementing educational strategies. Join a supportive team committed to enhancing student outcomes, with opportunities for professional training and development.

Benefits

Specialist training opportunities

Supportive SEN team environment

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or care setting.
• Certificate in child safeguarding and protection is required.
• Enhanced DBS check required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support.
• Adapt learning materials to individual needs.
• Implement strategies from individual education plans (IEPs).

Skills

Communication

De-escalation skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

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Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are recruiting on behalf of a large and inclusive secondary school in Tameside that is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their SEN provision team. The school has a strong reputation for nurturing and supporting students with diverse needs, and is looking for someone who can make a real impact on student outcomes.

Role Overview:
The successful candidate will work closely with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism spectrum conditions, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, ADHD, and learning difficulties. You will provide tailored support both in class and during targeted interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver 1:1 and small group support under the guidance of the SENCO and class teacher.

Adapt learning materials to suit individual needs.

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and help foster independence.

Implement strategies from individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour plans.

Monitor and report pupil progress regularly.

Candidate Requirements:

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school or care setting.

Excellent communication and de-escalation skills.

A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach.

Team player with a strong understanding of safeguarding practices.

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join Us:

Be part of a supportive SEN team in a school that values inclusion.

Receive specialist training opportunities, including Team Teach and Autism Awareness.

Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent role.

Consultant-led guidance to develop your SEN support skills.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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