SEND Learning Support Assistant, Vocational Subjects

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist Post-16 SEND college in DA17. This full-time, term-time role involves 1:1 and small group support for students aged 16+ with SEND, including ASD and ADHD, across vocational subjects.

No formal TA qualification is required, but experience with SEND is highly desirable. The role focuses on developing independence, employability, confidence and essential life skills inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• No formal Teaching Assistant qualification required, but experience with SEND is desirable.
• Experience supporting young people with ASD/ADHD and additional learning needs preferred.
• Excellent communication, patience and empathy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Support learners during vocational lessons such as cooking, arts and crafts, life skills, and employability programmes.
• Encourage participation, engagement and independence in learning activities.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Help students develop confidence and practical life skills.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant, Post-16 SEND College (Vocational Subjects)

DA17 | Full-Time | Term Time Only | November Start | Long-Term Opportunity Pay: From £92.63 per day (PAYE)

Axcis Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist Post-16 SEND college in DA17. No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required, although experience supporting young people with additional needs is highly desirable.

The role involves supporting students aged 16+ with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, moderate learning difficulties, communication needs, and complex learning needs. You will support learners both in the classroom and during vocational subjects, helping them develop independence, employability skills, confidence, and essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Support learners during vocational lessons including cooking, arts and crafts, life skills, community-based learning, and employability programmes.
• Encourage participation, engagement, and independence in learning activities.
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience, and practical skills for adulthood.
• Use positive behaviour support strategies to promote engagement and achievement.
• Support students during transitions, educational visits, and community activities.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and SEND professionals to deliver personalised support.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting young people or vulnerable adults with SEND, ASD, ADHD, or additional learning needs.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
• Confidence supporting students with varying levels of independence and communication.
• Experience in education, care, support work, youth work, healthcare, hospitality, customer service, or sports coaching is highly desirable.

Why Apply Through Axcis Education?

• Full-time, long-term opportunity within a specialist SEND college.
• Valuable experience supporting post-16 learners preparing for adulthood.
• Competitive PAYE pay rates with weekly payments.
• Free SEND and CPD training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.

Equal Opportunities and Compliance

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.