SEND Learning Support Assistant — Impactful 1:1 & Group Support

TeacherActive Limited.; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; 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 with pupils who require additional support to access learning, helping them develop independence and confidence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with individual learning plans and fostering a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist provision, care or youth-work environment.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.

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.
• Assist with delivery of individual learning plans.
• Use positive behaviour-management strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence and communication.
• Support pupils with SEND such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff and professionals.
• Maintain a safe, positive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Supporting Teaching & Learning qualifications

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive specialist education setting in Benfleet. You will work with pupils who require additional support to access learning, helping them develop independence and confidence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with individual learning plans and fostering a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment with teachers and staff.