Learning Support Assistant / SEND TA - Wembley

Envision Education; Wembley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education is recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a specialist secondary school in Brent, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with SEND, including autism.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist teachers across KS3-KS5, and help pupils develop learning, social, emotional and independence skills in a safe, inclusive environment.

This role offers a rewarding pathway with safeguarding responsibilities and opportunities to impact pupil development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism (ASD) is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; patient and proactive.
• Ability to work in a team and use initiative.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional and personal development.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage engagement.
• Adapt support to EHCP targets and individual learning needs.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to ensure consistent pupil support.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism support

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding and inclusion

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications

Job description

Teaching Assistants/Learning Support Assistants Needed - Specialist Secondary School in Brent

Location: Brent, London | Contract: Full-time, temporary | Key Stages: KS3-KS5 (ages 11-19)

Envision Education is recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist secondary school in Brent, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including complex Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people, helping them overcome barriers to learning and developing the confidence, independence and life skills they need to succeed.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND, including complex autism.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional and personal development.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive engagement in learning.
• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs and EHCP targets.
• Encourage pupils to develop communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to ensure consistent pupil support.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism (ASD) is highly desirable.
• A patient, proactive and positive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Confidence supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil development.

Relevant qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education or SEND are advantageous but not essential. Applications from candidates with transferable experience in care, youth work or similar support roles are also welcome.

Why Join Envision Education?

• Access to teaching and support opportunities across London and the Home Counties.
• A quick and straightforward registration process, including Zoom interviews.
• Friendly, dedicated support from an experienced recruitment team.
• A strong reputation, with a 4.9/5 Google rating.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist and mainstream educational settings.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks.