SEN Learning Support Assistant

Supply Desk; Watford; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and pension

Professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support autistic children in a Watford school. The role is full-time, temp to perm, with a September 2026 start and a daily rate of £90–£120.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities, support progress through individual plans, and assist with IEPs, risk assessments, personal care and therapy programmes. A DBS check is required and drivers preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with autistic children or a strong desire to develop in this area.
• Understanding of SEN and commitment to learning and professional growth.
• Willing to commit to full-time, fixed days and maintain DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with teachers to create and deliver engaging learning activities.
• Supporting students through personalised action plans and strategies to aid progress.
• Assisting with IEPs, Risk Assessments, Personal Care, and Therapy programmes.
• Working with teachers, families and external agencies to provide tailored support.
• Building positive relationships and responding to individual needs.

Skills

Experience with autistic children

SEN knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ in Childcare and Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Support Autistic Children and Make a Difference

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Hours: Full-time, temp to perm

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: From £90 to £120 per day

Drivers Preferred

Are you passionate about helping children with autism thrive? Do you want to work in a nurturing, inclusive school environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential?

We are working with a highly rated school in Watford that prides itself on creating a caring and supportive environment. The school is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support autistic children and help them succeed both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with teachers to create and deliver engaging learning activities
• Supporting students through personalised action plans and strategies to aid progress
• Assisting with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Risk Assessments, Personal Care, and Therapy programmes
• Working closely with teachers, support staff, families, and external agencies to provide tailored support
• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with students and responding to their individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with autistic children, or a strong desire to develop in this area
• Understand SEN and are committed to learning and professional growth
• Can commit to full-time, fixed days
• Hold a relevant qualification such as NVQ in Childcare and Education, or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• May have experience in residential care, school support roles, or personal experience with ASC
• Are willing to complete training such as Team Teach, TEACCH, or positive handling
• Have experience supporting independence and social-emotional development in young people
• Hold a clear and valid DBS, or are willing to obtain one
• Driving license preferred

Why Work with Supply Desk?

• Competitive pay rates and pension scheme
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Dedicated consultant support every step of the way
• Placement in excellent SEN settings across Hertfordshire

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards

Please note: due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.