SEN Learning Support Specialist — Help Every Pupil Thrive

Engage Education; Ringway; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Engage Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN School in Manchester. You will support pupils with SEN to access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and work closely with teachers and pastoral staff.

Ideal candidates are patient, caring and enthusiastic, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in a school or SEN setting is desirable but not essential, as training is provided.

Qualifications

• A patient, caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young people.
• Strong communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to support pupils both academically and socially.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to help them access the curriculum.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities, lesson preparation and learning resources.
• Supporting pupils with SEN, including autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Adapting learning activities to individual abilities and learning styles.
• Encouraging pupils to develop communication, social skills and independence.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm, structured learning environment.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to teachers.

Skills

Patient and caring

Enthusiastic about education

Strong communication

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Job description

Engage Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN School in Manchester. You will support pupils with SEN to access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and work closely with teachers and pastoral staff.

Ideal candidates are patient, caring and enthusiastic, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in a school or SEN setting is desirable but not essential, as training is provided.