SEND LSA: 1:1 Support for SLD/PMLD & Autism

TeacherActive Limited.; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Dedicated consultant

Long-term opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Benfleet, Essex. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs, including those with SLD, PMLD and autism, supporting personal care where required.

Join a supportive team and gain ongoing training, with opportunities for long-term roles and professional development through TeacherActive.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SLD, PMLD or autism.
• Ability to support pupils with challenging behaviour and complex emotional needs.
• Comfort with personal care and physical support where required.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach when supporting vulnerable pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEND needs.
• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD, autism and additional learning difficulties.
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, changing and hygiene routines, while maintaining pupils' dignity and safeguarding standards.
• Support pupils with physical disabilities, mobility difficulties and sensory needs.
• Help pupils develop communication skills using visual aids, PECS, Makaton or other alternative communication methods.
• Support pupils who display challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation or difficulties communicating their needs.
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies and appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to deliver individualised learning plans.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence, social skills and essential life skills.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Job description

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Benfleet, Essex. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs, including those with SLD, PMLD and autism, supporting personal care where required.

Join a supportive team and gain ongoing training, with opportunities for long-term roles and professional development through TeacherActive.