SEN Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training library

Career development opportunities

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one or small group support for students with diverse learning needs in Wickford. You will work closely with teachers to implement personalised plans and monitor progress, ensuring a positive, inclusive learning environment.

The role emphasizes safeguarding knowledge and DBS checks, with opportunities for CPD training and professional development through GSL’s library of courses.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• Initiative and willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• A passion for supporting young people to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to specific students with learning needs.
• Assist in implementing individualised education plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, Special Education Coordinators and other professionals.
• Foster a positive relationship to promote well-being and engagement.
• Monitor and track student progress and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with other professionals for holistic support.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Adaptability

Initiative

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: SEN Learning Support Assistant

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing dedicated support to specific student’s with unique learning requirements. Your responsibilities will include working closely with the classroom teacher and other professionals to implement a personalised learning plan tailored to the student’s needs.

SEN Learning Support Assistant - 1:1 - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant
Location: Wickford
Salary Scale: £92-£110
Contract Type: Full-time

Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:

• As a SEN Learning Support Assistant you will provide one-to-one support to specific students with learning needs, on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assist in the implementation of individualised education plans.
• As a SEN Learning Support Assistant you will collaborate with teachers, Special Education Coordinators, and other professionals to support the student effectively.
• Foster a positive and supportive relationship with the student to promote their well‑being and engagement.
• As a SEN Learning Support Assistant you will monitor and track the student’s progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents as needed.
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure a holistic support system.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• A passion for supporting young people to learn and develop.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

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.