SEN Learning Support Assistant

Certus Education Ltd; Ware; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Certus Education Ltd are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN secondary school in Hertfordshire. You will work closely with teachers to support students with additional needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, contribute to creating a calm, inclusive learning environment, and collaborate with the SEN team to implement individual learning strategies for pupils across the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN environment.
• Patience, empathy and ability to build positive relationships.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a specialist SEN setting.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with additional needs
• Supporting students to engage with learning and access the curriculum
• Working alongside teachers to implement individual learning and support strategies
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence
• Building strong, trusting and positive relationships with students
• Supporting students with their communication, social and emotional development
• Helping students develop practical skills and confidence in preparation for adulthood
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and interventions
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN professionals and other members of the support team
• Creating a calm, nurturing and inclusive environment where students feel valued and supported

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Hertfordshire

Start – ASAP

Term-Time Only | Full-Time Position

About the Opportunity

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other experienced professionals to provide tailored support to students with a range of special educational needs. You will help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment where every young person is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The role will involve supporting students both within the classroom and across the wider school environment, helping them to develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with additional needs
• Supporting students to engage with learning and access the curriculum
• Working alongside teachers to implement individual learning and support strategies
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence
• Building strong, trusting and positive relationships with students
• Supporting students with their communication, social and emotional development
• Helping students develop practical skills and confidence in preparation for adulthood
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and interventions
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN professionals and other members of the support team
• Creating a calm, nurturing and inclusive environment where students feel valued and supported

Who We're Looking For

The school is looking for someone who is patient, resilient, compassionate and genuinely passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

You may have previous experience working within a school, SEN setting, care environment, youth work or another role supporting children or young people. However, the school is also keen to hear from individuals with the right attitude, values and willingness to learn.

Ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN environment
• Have a genuine interest in supporting students with additional needs
• Be patient, empathetic and able to build positive relationships
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be confident supporting students who may display challenging behaviours
• Be calm, adaptable and able to respond positively to different situations
• Be committed to helping every student achieve their individual potential
• Have a proactive and nurturing approach to supporting learning and development

What You Can Expect

• A rewarding role within a specialist SEN secondary school
• A supportive and experienced team of education professionals
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives
• Ongoing support and development within a specialist setting
• The chance to gain valuable experience working with a range of additional needs
• A role where no two days are the same
• The opportunity to help students develop academically, socially, emotionally and personally
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment where every student's individual needs are recognised

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring individual who wants to develop their career within SEN education and make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young people.