SEND Learning Support Assistant – Help SEND Students Thrive

TeacherActive Limited.; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive specialist education setting in Benfleet. You will work closely with pupils who need extra help to access learning, building independence and confidence in an inclusive environment.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, collaboration with teachers and other staff, and using positive behaviour-management strategies to aid academic, social and emotional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in school, specialist provision, care or youth-work environments.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
• Help pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities
• Support the class teacher with delivery of individual learning plans
• Use positive behaviour-management strategies
• Encourage independence, confidence and communication
• Support pupils with SEND including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals
• Maintain a safe, positive and supportive learning environment

Skills

SEND experience

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Patient

Compassionate

Resilient

Reliable

Adaptable

Team player

Passion for helping

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications

Childcare

Health & Social Care

SEND qualifications

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive specialist education setting in Benfleet. You will work closely with pupils who need extra help to access learning, building independence and confidence in an inclusive environment.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, collaboration with teachers and other staff, and using positive behaviour-management strategies to aid academic, social and emotional development.