Male SEND LSA – Personal Care, Birmingham
Male SEND LSA - Personal Care, Birmingham (B6)
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (B6)
Hours: Part-time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Contract: Temp to perm (temporary until July 2027)
Essential: The post includes intimate care for male students, so it is open to male applicants only under the occupational requirement exception in Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We are recruiting a male SEND Learning Support Assistant for an independent specialist college in Birmingham that teaches students aged 14 to 25 with complex special educational needs and disabilities. Your working day will mix classroom and vocational support with personal care for male students, including toileting and hygiene. The college opens Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 3:00pm, and is closed on Fridays. The booking runs until July 2027 and could lead to a permanent contract.
The Setting
A post-14 college for young people and young adults with complex SEND, where each student has their own timetable of lessons, vocational learning and independent living skills. Groups are small and staffing levels are high.
Your Day
- Giving male students personal and intimate care with discretion and respect for their dignity
- Working one-to-one and with small groups in lessons, workshops and community sessions
- Using each student's support plan to work towards their EHCP targets
- Developing students' communication, self-care and everyday independence
- Keeping clear records and updating tutors on progress
About You
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a UK school, college or care setting
- A background supporting young people with SEND and complex needs
- Comfortable carrying out intimate and personal care
- Free Monday to Thursday through to July 2027
- A Teaching Assistant or care qualification (Level 2 or 3) is welcome but not essential
You’ll be calm, reliable and kind, with a patient and respectful manner.
Why Work with Luma?
- Your own dedicated consultant - personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
- Market-leading pay rates - competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
- Long-term security - access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
- Invest in your future - access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
- Reliable weekly payments - prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
- Outstanding opportunities - access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.
Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.
Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Male SEND LSA – Personal Care, Birmingham employer: Senploy
As an SEMH Teacher in London, you will join a supportive and dynamic work culture that prioritises the emotional and educational needs of students. The company offers competitive pay rates, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with complex needs. With a focus on restorative practices and collaboration within specialist teams, this role provides a fulfilling environment for educators dedicated to meaningful teaching.
