SEN Learning Support Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is recruiting for SEN Learning Support Assistants in West London. These full-time, term-time roles run Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM with an ASAP start. Candidates with SEN experience or related academic study are preferred.

Roles involve 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN and close collaboration with teaching staff. Applicants should have a solid understanding of SEN and learning difficulties, a proactive approach, and reliable, patient

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in SEN contexts is highly desirable.
• Ability to build rapport with students and adapt to individual needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN.
• Support students to meet academic goals.
• Encourage active learner engagement and participation.
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support the teacher in general learning and student development.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Education setting

Communication skills

Education

Degree in SEN

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant

West London

ASAP start

£(Apply online only) per day

Veritas Education is partnering with SEN schools across West London to recruit Learning Support Assistants to make a real difference supporting students with special educational needs and learning difficulties.

These are full-time, term-time positions, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

We are looking for candidates with experience supporting students in an educational setting, particularly those with SEN or additional needs. A solid understanding of SEN and learning difficulties-gained through professional experience or academic study-is highly desirable.

Responsibilities of the SEN Learning Support Assistant

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN.
• Work proactively to help students meet their academic goals.
• Encourage and motivate students to actively engage in their learning.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support the teacher in general learning and student development.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A strong understanding of special educational needs (SEN).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with students.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
• Reliability and a commitment to supporting students' progress.
• Enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude.
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and independently when required.
• A relevant degree and training in SEN are an advantage, as well as experience working with SEN students.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community