SEND Learning Support Assistant - Flexible Roles & Impact

TeacherActive Ltd; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a welcoming SEND School in Benfleet, Essex, seeking passionate Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with autism, SLD, PMLD and complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing, and help with personal care when needed. A collaborative team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or adults with SEND in education, healthcare, care homes or residential settings.
• Patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Confident supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Willingness to assist with personal care where necessary.
• Relevant SEND/childcare/healthcare qualification (desirable)
• Full training and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

1:1 support

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

SEND/childcare/healthcare qualification

Job description

TeacherActive is partnering with a welcoming SEND School in Benfleet, Essex, seeking passionate Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with autism, SLD, PMLD and complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing, and help with personal care when needed. A collaborative team environment awaits.