At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Autism in their learning journey and personal development.
- Company: Dynamic educational environment focused on inclusivity and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free training sessions, wellbeing support, and referral bonuses.
- Other info: Flexible working hours to fit your schedule and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and valid DBS check required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Dagenham
Salary: £85.44 to £90 per day
Start date: September
Working hours: Flexible days around your availability, hours are 8:30‑4pm
Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children and young people with Autism? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on their learning journey and overall development? If so, we want to hear from you!
The role: We are looking for SEN Learning Support Assistants who are available for ad hoc daily supply in the Barking and Dagenham area. You will be covering on a daily basis in schools locally, working with children with severe Autism and complex needs. As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with special educational needs to achieve their full potential. You’ll provide tailored support to children and young people with Autism/ASC, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and complex needs.
Your responsibilities:
- Delivering individualised support: Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning plans, ensuring that each student’s unique needs and abilities are supported.
- Creating a stimulating environment: Assist in creating a nurturing, engaging, and creative learning environment that inspires students to explore, learn, and grow.
- Encouraging communication: Use communication aids such as Makaton and PECS to help students express themselves, while promoting their confidence and independence.
- Supporting classroom activities: Help facilitate lessons and activities that are both educational and enjoyable, adapting them as needed to ensure inclusivity for all students.
- Providing personal care: Offer compassionate support with daily care needs, including feeding, toileting, and mobility, to ensure the well‑being and comfort of every child.
- Building relationships: Develop strong and trusting relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere within the school.
- Monitoring progress: Observe and document student progress, sharing insights with teachers and therapists to continuously improve their learning experience.
Qualifications:
- Formally recognised teaching qualification and training.
- Valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits:
- Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant).
- Free CPD sessions.
- Your own dedicated consultant.
- Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
- Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners.
