Specialist SEND LSA - 1:1 Support, Long-Term Role

Academics Ltd; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Long-term contract

Permanent position after contract

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting a Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant for a Havering primary school. The role focuses on dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs, including autism and communication challenges, to help them access learning and feel included.

The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic and adaptable, building positive relationships with pupils and following personalised plans. Long-term contract with potential permanent position.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a primary school setting.
• Have an understanding of autism, communication difficulties and complex additional needs.
• Be patient, empathetic and adaptable, with a positive approach to supporting individual needs.
• Be confident responding to challenging situations in a calm and consistent manner.
• Be passionate about helping children overcome barriers and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support within the classroom.
• Help pupils communicate their needs and engage with classroom activities.
• Support emotional regulation and individual sensory needs.
• Follow personalised support and behaviour plans.
• Respond calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Encourage independence and celebrate individual achievements and progress.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND experience

Autism awareness

Child development

Job description

Academics Ltd is recruiting a Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant for a Havering primary school. The role focuses on dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs, including autism and communication challenges, to help them access learning and feel included.

The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic and adaptable, building positive relationships with pupils and following personalised plans. Long-term contract with potential permanent position.