SEND Learning Support Assistant

Remedy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for Greenwich. The role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and working closely with the classroom team to deliver tailored learning support.

The ideal candidate will be patient, resilient and capable of building positive relationships with pupils. Experience in SEND is preferred, and safeguarding responsibilities are emphasised across placements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Reliable, adaptable and able to work as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with their learning and engagement in the classroom
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting individual education and behaviour plans
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
• Providing a calm, positive and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour where required

Skills

Experience with SEND

Patience and resilience

Strong communication

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Greenwich

Location: Greenwich

Role: SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available

Agency: Remedy

Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Are you a patient, enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Remedy is currently recruiting SEND Learning Support Assistants to work within schools and specialist education settings across Greenwich and the surrounding areas.

The Role

As a SEND LSA, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include Autism (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs, social and emotional needs, and physical disabilities.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with their learning and engagement in the classroom
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting individual education and behaviour plans
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
• Providing a calm, positive and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour where required

The Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Are patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Are reliable, adaptable and confident working as part of a team
• Have strong communication skills
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Experience within a school or SEND setting is desirable, although candidates with relevant experience from care, youth work, support work or other child-focused settings are also encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Remedy 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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment