SEND Learning Support Assistant (1:1) - Long-Term CPD Role

AMA Admin; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEND training

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistants to support learners within a specialist post-16 setting in Harrogate from September. This is a long-term role with potential for permanent placement.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, adapting activities to EHCP outcomes and helping learners develop independence, communication and life skills while collaborating with teaching staff and therapists.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and resilient.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience within education, care or support work is desirable.
• Graduates in Psychology, Education, Health & Social Care encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of autism or learning disabilities beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support learners 1:1 and in small groups throughout the college day.
• Assist with personalised learning activities tailored to EHCP outcomes.
• Encourage independence, communication and confidence in and out of the classroom.
• Support learners with life skills, employability activities and community-based learning where required.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement.
• Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to deliver high-quality support.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Psychology

Education/Health & Social Care

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistants to support learners within a specialist post-16 setting in Harrogate from September. This is a long-term role with potential for permanent placement.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, adapting activities to EHCP outcomes and helping learners develop independence, communication and life skills while collaborating with teaching staff and therapists.