At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with complex needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Inclusive specialist school in West Drayton with a strong therapeutic ethos.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, on-site parking, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to staff development and student success.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while helping students thrive and build confidence.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with autism and relevant experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 16.53 - 16.53 £ per hour.
A highly inclusive and forward‑thinking specialist setting in West Drayton is seeking a committed SEND Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September. This is a long‑term role, working Monday to Friday, supporting pupils with a range of complex needs in a nurturing, structured environment.
About The School
This is a well‑resourced, specialist provision with a strong therapeutic ethos. The senior leadership team is supportive, hands‑on and deeply invested in staff development. Pupils present with a variety of needs including ASC, SLD, communication difficulties and sensory processing differences, and the school prides itself on creating a safe, calm and consistent environment where every child can thrive.
What The Role Involves
- Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEND
- Assisting with communication, emotional regulation and sensory strategies
- Using tools such as visual timetables, now/next boards and personalised learning resources
- Supporting pupils through structured routines, transitions and behaviour plans
- Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEND team
- Contributing to a positive, encouraging and inclusive classroom environment
- Helping pupils build confidence, independence and engagement in learning
What You’ll Need
- Genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with autism and complex needs
- Previous SEND experience or relevant background (psychology, sports, youth work)
- DBS on the Update Service
- Reliability, resilience and a calm, caring approach
Benefits
- Weekly pay via umbrella
- On‑site staff car park
- Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting
SEND Learning Support Assistant in West Drayton employer: senploy
Senploy is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Greenford, West London. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training and a collaborative community that prioritises the growth of both staff and students. Joining Senploy means being part of a mission-driven team that values meaningful contributions to the educational journey of pupils with special educational needs.
