SEND LSA

TeacherActive Limited.; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a welcoming school in Southend that supports pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide support across the school day, five days a week.

The successful candidate will deliver one-to-one and small-group support, assist with learning, communication and engagement, and work closely with teachers and SEND professionals to create a calm, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or adults with additional needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Commitment to supporting pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and engagement.
• Assisting the class teacher with differentiated classroom activities.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Supporting pupils with their emotional regulation and behaviour where required.
• Following individual support plans and strategies.
• Creating a calm, positive and safe learning environment.
• Working closely with teachers, SEND professionals and other support staff.
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required.

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant - Southend on sea

• Are you an enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs?
• Do you have a patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting children with SEND?
• Are you looking for a rewarding position within a supportive and welcoming specialist education environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming school in Southendthat supports pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. The school is committed to providing a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide support to pupils throughout the school day, 5 days a week.

The successful SEND LSA will be responsible for:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and engagement
• Assisting the class teacher with differentiated classroom activities
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting pupils with their emotional regulation and behaviour where required
• Following individual support plans and strategies
• Creating a calm, positive and safe learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, SEND professionals and other support staff
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children, young people or adults with additional needs, ideally within SEND, education, care or support work
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Confidence supporting pupils with a variety of individual needs
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved throughout the school day
• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils' learning, development and wellbeing

Previous school experience is beneficial; however, candidates with experience in care, support work, healthcare, youth work or other transferable backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Valuable experience working within SEND education
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment
• Support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the correct level of TAX and National Insurance, with no unnecessary admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.