SEND Support Assistant - Nurturing Young Learners

Academics; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Stevenage, supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism.

You will help with learning activities, promote communication and social skills, and assist with personal care where required. Daily pay of £90-£100 is offered for temporary agency positions, with training provided and safeguarding at the core.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic about supporting children.
• Good communicators who work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn and follow guidance from experienced professionals.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encouraging communication, interaction, confidence and independence.
• Providing individual and small-group support as directed by teaching staff.
• Helping pupils develop social skills and engage positively with others.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour.
• Following individual learning plans, school policies and staff guidance.
• Assisting with personal care where required, in accordance with training and school procedures.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to Learn

Safeguarding

Job description

Academics is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Stevenage, supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism.

You will help with learning activities, promote communication and social skills, and assist with personal care where required. Daily pay of £90-£100 is offered for temporary agency positions, with training provided and safeguarding at the core.