SEN Learning Support Assistant — Special School

Teach Now; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting three Learning Support Assistants for an outstanding special education school in Welwyn, where pupils with additional needs are supported to feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

Working alongside teachers, you will provide individual and small-group support during lessons, social times and wider activities, helping pupils develop communication, confidence and independence while modelling calm, patient guidance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals in a relevant setting.
• A genuine interest in additional educational needs and a patient, respectful approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday.
• The right to work in the UK and willingness to complete the required checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group learning support, adapting your approach to each pupils needs.
• Support communication, emotional wellbeing, social development and independence.
• Use calm, consistent strategies to help pupils manage difficult moments while protecting their dignity.
• Share observations with teachers and follow agreed support strategies across lessons, breaks and school activities.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Teach Now is recruiting three Learning Support Assistants for an outstanding special education school in Welwyn, where pupils with additional needs are supported to feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

Working alongside teachers, you will provide individual and small-group support during lessons, social times and wider activities, helping pupils develop communication, confidence and independence while modelling calm, patient guidance.