At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Severe Learning Difficulties in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: A specialist SLD school in Basildon dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 24/7 consultant support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to exceptional educational standards.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong communication skills are preferred.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)? Do you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to help pupils reach their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding long-term SEND LSA opportunity in a supportive specialist school?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SLD school based in Basildon, supporting children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties and additional complex needs. The school is committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills through personalised learning and therapeutic support.
The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND LSA on a long-term, full-time basis from September. The successful SEND LSA will work closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping to deliver engaging learning activities while promoting communication, independence and positive behaviour throughout the school day.
The successful SEND LSA will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- A caring, patient and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with complex needs
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
- A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life
- Relevant SEND experience or qualifications would be advantageous
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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