Learning Support Assistant — SEN School, Poole

GSL Education; Poole; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consistent hours

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a SEN school in Poole. The role offers 8:30am - 3:30pm hours, with pay at £14.24 per hour, and the chance to build experience in a supportive educational setting.

This is a full-time position within a welcoming SEN school that emphasizes inclusion, student wellbeing and academic achievement, with opportunities for professional development and ongoing consultant support throughout placement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or within education is desirable.
• Candidates with transferable skills (youth work, coaching, care, mentoring, support work etc.) will also be considered.
• Patient, resilient and enthusiastic individuals who enjoy supporting students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with complex special needs.
• Providing in-class support across a range of subjects.
• Delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions.
• Encouraging confidence, engagement and positive behaviour for learning.
• Working closely with teaching staff and the SEN team to support progress.
• Providing assistance with personal care, feeding, medication.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

GSL Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a SEN school in Poole. The role offers 8:30am - 3:30pm hours, with pay at £14.24 per hour, and the chance to build experience in a supportive educational setting.

This is a full-time position within a welcoming SEN school that emphasizes inclusion, student wellbeing and academic achievement, with opportunities for professional development and ongoing consultant support throughout placement.