Learning Support Assistant – UB8

Axcis Education Recruitment; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated team in a nurturing environment. This role involves supporting students with additional learning needs, ensuring their academic and personal growth in a safe and inclusive setting. You will collaborate with teachers to provide tailored support, assist with personal care, and help maintain a positive environment. If you have a genuine passion for making a difference in students' lives, this opportunity offers ongoing professional development and the chance to truly impact the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive environment

Opportunity to impact students' lives

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient individual with a passion for supporting students.
• Experience in healthcare or care settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEND in classroom settings.
• Assist with personal care tasks, including manual handling.

Skills

Enhanced Child and Adult DBS

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – UB8
Location: Uxbridge UB8
Salary: £89 per day (PAYE)
Contract Type: Full-time – 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

About the Role

The school in Uxbridge is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join its dedicated team. The school provides a nurturing environment for students with additional learning needs, including moderate to severe learning difficulties, sensory processing challenges, and communication disorders. If you have healthcare or care experience and are passionate about supporting students' development, this could be a rewarding opportunity.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students' academic and personal growth, ensuring their needs are met in a safe, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with SEND in classroom and care settings.
2. Assist with personal care tasks, including manual handling and peg feeding.
3. Support students with challenging behaviors and help maintain a positive, structured environment.
4. Collaborate with teachers and staff to support students' learning and wellbeing.
5. Assist with medical care, including epilepsy care (training provided).
6. Ensure students’ physical, emotional, and social needs are met throughout the school day.

Skills and Experience Required

1. Enhanced Child and Adult DBS.
2. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with students and colleagues.
3. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students.
4. Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, inclusive environment within a specialist SEND provision.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If interested, please contact Jessica Ezechi at 020 7580 2956 ext. 1062 or click the apply button.

If you know someone suitable, we offer £50 shopping vouchers if you refer a friend and we place them in the role.

This is a temporary position unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff must provide an up-to-date DBS or allow Axcis to process one on their behalf, along with other compliance checks per DfE guidelines.

For more information, visit our website. Salary/pay rate depends on skills and experience.