Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated Special Needs Learning Support Assistant is needed in Coulsdon to support children aged 4-17 with learning difficulties. The role offers professional growth opportunities and requires compassion, communication, and listening skills. On-site training is provided.

Benefits

On-site training

CPD support

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering the curriculum.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support.
• Ensure student safeguarding.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Listening

Job description

Special Needs Learning Support Assistant, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5de7580ddb01

Job Views: 5

Posted: 19.05.2025

Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description:

Special Needs Learning Support Assistant - Coulsdon – Education and Training – Learning Difficulties - SLD – SEN - £85-£100 per day

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

This specialist built school in Coulsdon is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Learning Support Assistant (SEN LSA) to support children aged 4-17 with mild to moderate learning difficulties.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience, network with professionals, and develop your skills within a rewarding environment. Career progression routes include becoming a Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or pursuing Child Psychology and Educational Psychology paths. The school provides education and training to support your professional growth.

Children and young people with special educational needs often face challenges such as marginalisation, trauma, family issues, low educational attainment, and stigmatisation. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing consistency, safety, and empowerment to help them succeed in life.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering the curriculum
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support
• Build effective relationships with students
• Meet individual needs with a practical approach
• Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ensure student safeguarding
• Attend staff meetings and complete CPD

Additional Information:

• Start date ASAP
• On-site training, support, and CPD provided
• Working hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:00pm, term time only
• Salary: £85-£100 per day
• Must have the right to work in the UK; no Visa sponsorship
• Must be able to travel to Coulsdon

Candidates will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd for more information:

01483 362 636