SEND Learning Support Assistant

Philosophy Education LTD.; Farnham Royal; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a SEND school in Slough. This full-time role involves working 1:1 and in small groups to support pupils with ASD and SEMH, helping access learning and develop independence.

You will work with teachers and therapists to provide consistent, supportive education, focusing on positive behaviour and emotional development in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as Learning Support Assistant in SEND or specialist school setting.
• Experience supporting ASD and SEMH needs.
• Confident supporting pupils with learning and behavioural needs.
• Patient, calm and resilient approach with good relationships.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• DBS check: Enhanced Child and Adult DBS or willingness to apply via Philosophy Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with learning, communication, social interaction and emotions.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, independence and confidence.
• Adapt approach to meet individual learning, sensory and behavioural needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals for consistency.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

ASD experience

SEMH experience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

• Location: Slough, Berkshire
• Pay: £92.60 - £110 per day (PAYE)
• Hours: Monday to Friday - Full-time
• Contract: Long-term Full-time Potential for Permanent Position

Philosophy Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist all-through SEND school in Slough, seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

About the School

This specialist school caters for children and young people aged 2-19 years, with a broad range of educational needs, including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The school provides a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum, with high expectations for both pupils and staff. Working collaboratively with a range of professionals, the school is committed to meeting the individual needs of every pupil and supporting their educational, social and emotional development.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access learning, develop independence and achieve their individual potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs, including ASD and SEMH.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils who may display challenging behaviours.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, independence and confidence.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning, sensory and behavioural needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent and effective support.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant within a SEND or specialist school setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people with Autism (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Confident supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs.
• A patient, calm and resilient approach, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must hold an Enhanced Child and Adult DBS or be willing to apply for one through Philosophy Education.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive specialist school environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.
• A full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position.

If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant with a background in ASD and SEMH and are looking for your next opportunity within a specialist SEND setting, we would love to hear from you.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.