At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with learning difficulties in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Company: Specialist SEND school in Ware with a caring team.
- Benefits: Long-term position, excellent pay, and ongoing support for your development.
- Other info: Join a supportive leadership team and gain valuable SEN experience.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and a passion for helping children is essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Learning Support Assistant – Ware
A specialist SEND school in Ware is seeking a caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join its team.
The school supports children with a range of learning difficulties, including pupils with moderate, severe and complex needs.
The role involves creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop their skills, confidence and independence.
Requirements
- Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly those with moderate, severe or complex learning difficulties, is essential
- A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
- Passion for helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to promoting a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
Key responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with learning difficulties, helping them to access learning activities and develop independence
- Work closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised support based on individual pupil needs and support plans
- Encourage pupils’ communication, social development and confidence through positive interactions and tailored activities
- Assist with classroom routines and help create a calm, structured and supportive environment where all pupils can learn and thrive
What We Offer
- Long-term, full-time position.
- Excellent rates of pay.
- Supportive leadership team and experienced SEN staff.
- Opportunity to develop your SEN knowledge and experience.
- Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at Educo Recruitment.
If you have experience working in schools and supporting children with SEN, we'd love to hear from you
We think you need these skills to ace Learning Support Assistant in Ware
Experience supporting children with SEND
Patience
Compassion
Adaptability
Strong communication skills
Teamwork skills
Commitment to promoting a safe learning environment
