At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN and track progress against EHCPs.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Randstad Education, focused on supporting children with learning barriers.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent position with an ASAP start date in Brentwood.
- Other info: Candidates must pass child protection vetting and a DBS check.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping students overcome their learning challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN and a Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
Can you bring the patience and encouragement needed to help a frustrated student find their confidence? Can you work alongside classroom teachers to adapt activities on the fly so no child gets left behind? Can you be the calm, reassuring presence that a child with high anxiety needs to feel safe at school? If you combine patience and a proactive mindset with a passion for helping children overcome learning barriers, we want you on our team today.
Responsibilities:
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN.
- Implement and track progress against Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
- Assist teachers in adapting learning materials and classroom activities.
- Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
- Observe, record, and report on student progress to the SENCO.
Preferred Skills:
- Proven experience supporting children with SEN (e.g., ASC, SEMH, SpLD).
- A Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the UK curriculum.
- Effective communication and positive behaviour management skills.
- A full, clean driving licence and access to a car.
Personal Attributes:
- Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
- Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
- Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
- Have experience with SEND or knowledge of learning difficulties.
- Patient, empathetic, and resilient.
- A professional and collaborative team member.
This role is unable to offer sponsorship at this time. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education child protection and UK eligibility vetting, including a DBS check and satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be an advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.
Learning Support Assistant : Brentwood employer: TipTopJob
Randstad Education is committed to providing tailored support for students with special educational needs. Located in Brentwood, they offer a full-time permanent role with immediate start. The team values patience, creativity, and collaboration in fostering a supportive learning environment.
