SEND Learning Support Assistant - Empower Independence & Inclusion

Greenshaw High School; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and career

Generous pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Being part of a great team

Job summary

Greenshaw High School in Sutton, South West London, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with SEND, bridging learning gaps and promoting inclusion. You’ll work closely with class teachers to scaffold learning, foster independence, and help students progress socially and academically.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, professional collaboration, and delivery of targeted intervention sessions, with opportunities for ongoing professional development within a thriving Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care or community settings.
• Ability to engage and motivate students who may present in challenging situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and foster student independence.
• Understand and respond to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and contribute to professional development.
• Provide support during exams and assessments.
• Deliver intervention sessions to targeted students.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Motivating students

Professional communication

Safeguarding children

Job description

Greenshaw High School in Sutton, South West London, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with SEND, bridging learning gaps and promoting inclusion. You’ll work closely with class teachers to scaffold learning, foster independence, and help students progress socially and academically.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, professional collaboration, and delivery of targeted intervention sessions, with opportunities for ongoing professional development within a thriving Trust.