SEN Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Burnham-on-Crouch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant to work with children requiring special educational needs support. This role focuses on assisting with personal care, encouraging independence, and facilitating learning through tailored support. The position requires a kind and dedicated individual who holds relevant qualifications and shares a genuine love for working with children.

Benefits

High-quality support & training

Weekly PPA

Mentoring by an experienced colleague

Collaboration opportunities

Recognition by Ofsted for outstanding provision

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with Learning Difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Ability to comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with medical and toileting needs.
• Assist with the development and implementation of One Plans/EHCPs.
• Monitor and record pupil responses and learning.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Enthusiasm

Confident

Initiative

Collaboration

Education

A-C pass in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Burnham on Crouch Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant. Working as part of a team, you will need to be calm, kind, flexible and dedicated. We are looking for someone who is prepared to undertake a range of training to support the needs of the children you will be working with.

This role is for 28.3 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and will be a "named child" contract, although part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate. A genuine love of working with children is essential.

The successful candidate will be required to support pupils with medical and toileting needs.

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience in supporting pupils with needs such as Learning Difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and Physical & Medical Needs.
• Have knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Be enthusiastic, confident, and able to show initiative.
• Be caring and patient.
• Be able to work in partnership with SENCO, class teachers, and external agencies.
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, and interact with them according to individual needs.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
• Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting concerns appropriately.
• Support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to learning opportunities.
• Hold at least an A-C pass in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

The successful applicant would be expected to:

• Assist with personal care.
• Assist with the development and implementation of One Plans/EHCPs.
• Monitor and record pupil responses and learning.
• Supervise pupils during limited periods, including break times.
• Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
• Physically assist pupils during activities such as swimming where necessary.
• Use initiative to create a stimulating learning environment.
• Work in partnership with other teaching assistants.
• Encourage independence and self-confidence.
• Support the class teacher in planning differentiated work.
• Create simple resources to support pupils' work.
• Attend INSET days and training as identified by the Head teacher.

What we can offer you:

• High-quality support & training.
• Weekly PPA.
• Opportunities to collaborate with other professionals and outside agencies.
• Mentoring by an experienced colleague.
• Being part of a recognized Ofsted outstanding provision.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure safeguarding. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Contact:

Mr. Alex Russ
Burnham on Crouch Primary School
Dunkirk Road, Burnham-on-Crouch
Essex, CM0 8LG
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]