SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Staines

Aspire People; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

January start 2027

Professional development opportunities

Support from recruitment consultant

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a passionate SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Staines. You will work with secondary-aged pupils with SEND, providing tailored one-to-one and small-group support to help them access learning.

The role involves supporting teachers, implementing individual learning plans, managing behaviour, and collaborating with SENCOs and other professionals to track progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties is advantageous.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support students with autism, ADHD, SEMH and other learning difficulties.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and participation in classroom activities.
• Help students develop their academic, social and emotional skills.
• Implement individual learning strategies and support plans.
• Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation where necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support student progress.

Skills

Student support

Communication

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Staines, Surrey

Location: Staines, Surrey

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting a passionate, patient and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist education setting in Staines. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored assistance to secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support students with autism, ADHD, SEMH and other learning difficulties.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and participation in classroom activities.
• Help students develop their academic, social and emotional skills.
• Implement individual learning strategies and support plans.
• Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation where necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support student progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Understanding of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour and promoting positive engagement.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• An enhanced DBS check and the ability to meet safeguarding requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.
• A January 2027 start.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students with additional needs.
• A supportive working environment with dedicated teaching and support staff.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.