SEN Learning Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD library

Supportive environment

Development opportunities

Make an impact

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored one-to-one support for students with diverse learning needs in Wickford. You will work with the classroom teacher to implement personalised learning plans and help pupils stay engaged.

The role requires strong communication, patience and a collaborative approach with colleagues, safeguarding knowledge, and commitment to pupil wellbeing. DBS checks are required, with a supportive environment for development.

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, 1:1 or small groups.
• Assist in implementing individualised education plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, Special Education Coordinators, and other professionals.
• Foster a positive, supportive relationship to promote well-being and engagement.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents as needed.
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure holistic support.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Collaboration

Desirable experience

Job description

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 apersonalisedlearning 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 specificstudentswith learning needs, on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assist in the implementation ofindividualisededucation 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.