SEN Learning Support Assistant

Humly London; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Carshalton seeks a compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant to support students with complex needs, including ASD and PMLD. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 support, assisting with personalized learning, and promoting emotional well-being. Ideal candidates should be empathetic and comfortable with personal care. This full-time role runs from September 2025 to July 2026, with a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with special educational needs.
• Comfortable with personal care responsibilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities.
• Support students with personal care and mobility.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with SEN, particularly ASD and PMLD

Strong communication skills

Empathy and patience in education

Job description

Make a meaningful impact in specialist education where your dedication directly transforms the lives of young people with complex needs.

Job Opportunity: SEN Learning Support Assistant

Location: Carshalton

Contract Dates: 03 / 09 / 2025 – 17 / 07 / 2026

Hours: 8 : 45am – 3 : 30pm, Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN College in Carshalton, dedicated to providing tailored education and support for learners aged 16–25 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), and complex needs.

This welcoming and inclusive college fosters an environment focused on independence, communication, and life skills, and is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their committed team from September.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1 : 1 and small group support to students with ASD, PMLD, and complex needs
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities and therapy sessions
• Support students with personal care, mobility, and communication needs
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional well-being, and independent living skills
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individualised learning plans

Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting individuals with SEN, particularly ASD and PMLD
• Empathetic, patient, and dedicated to inclusive education
• Comfortable with personal care responsibilities
• Strong communication skills and a team player

Important Information

Humly is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education.' This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

Successful applicants will have or obtain a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will provide full assistance