SEND Learning Support Assistant - Benfleet

TeacherActive Limited.; Benfleet; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 20.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive pay

Descripción de la vacante

TeacherActive Limited. is recruiting a passionate Learning Support Assistant for a SEND school in Benfleet, Essex. The role focuses on supporting pupils with diverse needs, promoting independence and confidence in learning.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assisting with communication, social development and personal care as required, and you will collaborate with teachers to create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.

Formación

• Experience with children or adults with SEND in education, healthcare or care settings.
• Patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Confidence managing pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEND.
• Support learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Support pupils with challenging behaviour using positive strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.

Conocimientos

SEND experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Personal care

Educación

SEND/childcare/healthcare qualification

Descripción del empleo

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time, Temporary with Potential for Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: £95–£110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in children's lives?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) School in Benfleet, Essex, who are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join their team.

The school supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and complex needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in SEND education, healthcare, residential care or support work who is passionate about helping young people develop their independence, communication and confidence.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will be expected to:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.

Support pupils with their learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.

Assist with personal care and physical needs where required.

Support pupils with challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management strategies.

Work closely with teachers and other support staff to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Adapt activities to meet individual pupils' needs and abilities.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning.

The ideal SEND Learning Support Assistant will have:

Previous experience working with children or adults with SEND, whether in education, healthcare, care homes or residential settings.

A patient, caring and understanding approach.

Confidence supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.

A willingness to assist with personal care where necessary.

A relevant SEND, childcare or healthcare qualification (desirable but not essential).

Full training and ongoing professional development.

A supportive school environment with experienced staff.

The opportunity to gain valuable experience in education and SEND.

Competitive rates of pay.

Flexible working opportunities.

A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives.

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, with no hidden admin charges coming out of your hard-earned pay.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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

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