LSA Epping Forest

TimePlan Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding SEN school in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with complex needs. Candidates must have prior experience with SEN and demonstrate empathy and dedication. Responsibilities include providing tailored support, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with teachers and therapists in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN and complex needs is essential.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning plans.
• Assist with communication, sensory, and behavioural support strategies.
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support with personal care where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families.

Skills

Supporting children with SEN

Communication strategies

Behavioural support

Education

CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent

Job description

Experienced Learning Support Assistants, SEN School (Complex Needs) in Epping Forest

Are you a passionate and experienced Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Our outstanding SEN school, located just outside Epping, is seeking dedicated and empathetic Learning Support Assistants to join our dynamic and supportive team.

About the Role:

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils aged 4-19 with a range of complex needs, including autism, communication difficulties, sensory impairments, and physical disabilities. Every day is different - and every success, no matter how small, is celebrated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning plans
• Assist with communication, sensory, and behavioural support strategies
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Support with personal care where required
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families

About You:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN and complex needs (essential)
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential.

If you're ready to be part of a school community that truly changes lives, we'd love to hear from you!