SEN Complex Needs LSA

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Harlow; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a SEN Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in Harlow. The role involves providing support to individuals with complex needs and collaborating with educators to ensure tailored learning. Candidates should display empathy, excellent communication skills, and a resilient demeanor. Training is provided for personal care tasks as needed.

Benefits

Free training and access to continuous professional development

Supportive consultancy understanding SEN settings

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Confidence with personal care and mobility assistance.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 or small group support to pupils with complex needs.
• Working alongside SEN teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans.
• Helping create a calm, safe environment promoting independence.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

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Job Title: SEN Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Harlow
Pay Scale: £85 – £115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available)
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Do you have the patience, compassion, and dedication to support students with complex needs to thrive?
Join a nurturing and specialist educational environment in Harlow as a SEN Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant (LSA) — and make a real difference in the lives of extraordinary learners.

What You Will Do:

• Providing 1:1 or small group support to pupils with complex needs, including Autism, PMLD, and medical needs.
• Supporting students with personal care, physical needs, and communication.
• Working alongside SEN teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans.
• Using alternative communication tools such as PECS, Makaton, or assistive technologies.
• Helping to create a calm, safe, and stimulating environment that promotes independence and well-being.

What You Need:

• Experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs or in a care environment.
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Confidence with personal care and mobility assistance (training can be provided).
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Teamwork and adaptability to respond to individual needs and challenges.
• Anenhanced DBScertificate on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.

What GSL Education Offers You:

• Free training and access to continuous professional development.
• Supportive consultants who understand SEN settings.
• Opportunity to make meaningful contributions in specialist environments.

If you're an enthusiasticSEN Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant (LSA)looking for your next role inHarlow, we’d love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for thisSEN Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant (LSA)role, please click‘apply now’to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.