SEND Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Stevenage, supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism.

You will help with learning activities, promote communication and social skills, and assist with personal care where required. Daily pay of £90-£100 is offered for temporary agency positions, with training provided and safeguarding at the core.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic about supporting children.
• Good communicators who work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn and follow guidance from experienced professionals.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encouraging communication, interaction, confidence and independence.
• Providing individual and small-group support as directed by teaching staff.
• Helping pupils develop social skills and engage positively with others.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour.
• Following individual learning plans, school policies and staff guidance.
• Assisting with personal care where required, in accordance with training and school procedures.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to Learn

Safeguarding

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Pay: £90-£100 per day

Contract: Temporary / Agency

Make a difference every day

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs?

We are recruiting dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistants to work at a specialist school in Stevenage, supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties, autism and complex additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support staff and individuals looking to begin a career in special educational needs and disabilities. A positive attitude, patience and a genuine commitment to helping young people thrive are essential.

The role

• Supporting pupils with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encouraging communication, interaction, confidence and independence.
• Providing individual and small-group support as directed by teaching staff.
• Helping pupils develop social skills and engage positively with others.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour.
• Following individual learning plans, school policies and staff guidance.
• Assisting with personal care where required, in accordance with training and school procedures.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.

About you

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic about supporting children.
• Good communicators who work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn and follow guidance from experienced professionals.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Previous experience in SEND, education, childcare, care work or a similar support role would be advantageous. However, applications are also welcome from candidates looking to enter the sector who can demonstrate suitable transferable skills and the right attitude.

What you can expect

• An opportunity in specialist education.
• Daily pay of £90-£100.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' learning and development.
• The chance to apply existing support skills or begin developing a career in SEND.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy