At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional learning needs in a specialist SEN school.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in a supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with a focus on individualised support and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care or education is a plus, but passion is key!
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Learning Support Assistant - Full Time - Bexhill
Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Setting: Specialist SEN School
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional learning needs? Do you have experience in care, education or support work, or are you looking to develop a rewarding career within specialist education?
Academics are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school in Bexhill, supporting pupils with a range of learning, developmental and complex needs.
You will work alongside teachers and specialist support staff, providing individualised assistance to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop essential life skills and achieve their personal goals.
Pupils may have a range of needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD)
- Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD)
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- ADHD and associated behavioural difficulties
- Speech, language and communication needs
- Physical disabilities and complex needs
- Sensory processing difficulties
The role will involve:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support.
- Helping pupils access a differentiated and personalised curriculum.
- Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
- Assisting with personal care where required.
- Developing positive relationships and providing consistent encouragement.
- Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual EHCP targets.
Previous experience within an SEN or educational setting would be advantageous, but is not essential. We are keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in care, healthcare, psychology, youth work or support roles, as well as individuals with a genuine passion for helping young people learn and develop.
If you are approachable, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your up-to-date CV to Academics today!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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