SEND Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Frome; In loco; GBP 20.000 - 23.000; Tempo pieno

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Market leading rates of pay

24/7 consultant support

Referral scheme: up to £100

Descrizione del lavoro

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant for a specialist Frome school serving pupils aged 7–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and learning needs. The role involves supporting individuals with academic, social and emotional development in a nurturing, structured environment.

You’ll work closely with teachers to tailor classroom support, promote positive behaviour and help students build essential life skills in a peaceful rural setting.

Competenze

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable).
• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly Autism/ASD.
• Experience working with learners with learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.

Mansioni

• Provide tailored classroom support to pupils with individual learning, social and emotional needs.
• Assist teaching staff to encourage positive behaviour and develop life skills.

Conoscenze

Autism/ASD experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Patience & resilience

Formazione

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

SEND Learning Support Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Location: Frome

Location: BA11 3RG

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 to £16.50 per hour

Contract: Temporary

Hours: Full-time

Working pattern: On-site

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Are you a passionate SEND Learning Support Assistant looking to make a difference in young people's lives?

Do you have experience supporting children with Autism / ASD and additional learning needs?

Are you patient, resilient and confident supporting pupils with a range of learning and behavioural needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Frome, supporting young people aged 7 to 19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder / ASD and varying learning difficulties. Set in a peaceful rural location with extensive grounds, the school provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment focused on building independence, confidence and self-esteem.

The school is looking for a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis, supporting pupils with individual learning, social and emotional needs. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored classroom support, encourage positive behaviour and help students develop essential life skills.

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly Autism / ASD
• Experience working with pupils with learning difficulties and additional needs
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• The ability to adapt support to individual learning needs
• A patient, caring and resilient approach with a passion for supporting young people

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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