SEND Learning Support Assistant

Axcis Education; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Bracknell. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils access learning, develop social skills and manage emotions and behaviour, including pupils with ASD and complex needs.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a daily rate of £92.63. A commitment to safeguarding, DBS checks, and driving or access to transport is preferred for travel to the Bracknell

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a school or specialist setting.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour.
• Ability to remain calm, patient and consistent in challenging situations.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils to access learning.
• Support development of social skills and emotional regulation.
• Assist pupils with ASD and complex needs and manage challenging behaviour.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Empathy

Communication

Job description

We are currently recruiting a dedicated, resilient and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND provision of a mainstream primary school in Bracknell. This is a rewarding but challenging opportunity to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex behavioural needs. The role will involve providing support on a 1:1 basis and within small groups, helping pupils access learning, develop social skills and manage their emotions and behaviour. You will be working with children who may display extreme challenging behaviour, so the ability to remain calm, patient and consistent in challenging situations is essential. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a school or specialist setting, alongside experience managing challenging behaviour. Experience working with individuals with ASD, learning difficulties or additional needs would be highly desirable. We would also consider candidates with relevant experience supporting adults with additional needs. We are looking for someone who is resilient, empathetic, proactive and confident in managing challenging situations. You must be able to build positive relationships with pupils, establish trust and remain calm under pressure. Previous experience managing challenging behaviour is essential.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a daily rate of £92.63. The school is based in Bracknell and offers on-site parking. Candidates travelling from outside the Bracknell area are recommended to drive, as having access to their own transport would be beneficial.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a genuine difference to their education, development and everyday experiences.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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