SEN Learning Support Assistant

Special Educational Needs; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Educational Needs is seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist therapeutic education setting supporting children with Autism, SEMH and other barriers to learning.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to create a safe, engaging environment where every child feels understood and encouraged to succeed.

The role focuses on personal development, wellbeing and inclusive learning, with opportunities to make a meaningful difference in young lives.

Qualifications

• Experience or enthusiasm for supporting children with special educational needs.
• Able to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.
• Interest in understanding behaviour and its causes.
• Commitment to helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist with personalised learning programmes.
• Support emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Foster independence, confidence and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and the wider team.

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant Are you passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs? We are recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist therapeutic education setting supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH and other barriers to learning. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is patient, empathetic and resilient, and who understands the importance of building strong, trusting relationships with young people.

About the School

The school provides specialist education for children and young people who may have found traditional education challenging. Through a combination of therapeutic support, personalised learning and trusted relationships, the school helps every young person build confidence, develop their potential and create a future they may never have thought possible.

The School offers

• Small classes of no more than six students
• A highly personalised approach to learning
• Therapeutic support focused on wellbeing and emotional development
• A nurturing and supportive environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of young people

The Role

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support students both academically and emotionally. You will help to create a safe, positive and engaging learning environment where every student feels understood, supported and encouraged to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people with Autism, SEMH needs and other additional learning needs
• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Helping students to access personalised learning programmes
• Supporting emotional regulation, wellbeing and positive behaviour
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other members of the wider team

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• A strong communicator and team player
• Interested in understanding behaviour and the reasons behind it
• Committed to helping young people develop academically, socially and emotionally
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism, SEMH, behavioural needs or other additional needs would be beneficial, although the right attitude, transferable skills and genuine passion for supporting young people will also be highly valued

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.