Level 2 Learning Assistant - ASD & SEND Support

St Helens Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Specialist SEND training

Well-resourced provision

Job summary

Thatto Heath Community Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Level 2 Learning Support Assistant with SEND to join our Butterflies ASD Provision.

We support children with autism and complex needs, including non-verbal pupils, using visual communication and positive behaviour strategies.

You will support learning programmes, sensory activities and emotional regulation as part of a collaborative SEND team; enhanced DBS checks and references will apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism and complex needs.
• Understanding of communication difficulties and sensory needs.
• Ability to support non-verbal children using visual communication.
• Willingness to assist with personal and intimate care.

Responsibilities

• Support individual learning programmes and communication development.
• Engage in sensory activities and emotional regulation.
• Assist with personal and intimate care where required.
• Work as part of a supportive, dedicated team.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Teamwork

Adaptability

Visual communication

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Thatto Heath Community Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Level 2 Learning Support Assistant with SEND to join our Butterflies ASD Provision.

We support children with autism and complex needs, including non-verbal pupils, using visual communication and positive behaviour strategies.

You will support learning programmes, sensory activities and emotional regulation as part of a collaborative SEND team; enhanced DBS checks and references will apply.