Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Location: Berkshire

Type: Full-Time (Temporary with Permanent)

Working Hours; 08:30 am - 16:15 pm.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Join a dedicated and compassionate team at a Special Needs School in Berkshire, where we are committed to empowering students aged 4-16, predominantly diagnosed with Autism and Learning Difficulties.

We are seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join us immediately, with the role continuing until July 2025. For the right candidate, there is potential to secure a permanent position as early as June 2025.

We believe in fostering a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for both students and staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a setting where your dedication and compassion will be truly valued.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play an integral role in helping our students achieve their full potential. Working closely with our experienced teachers and multidisciplinary team, your efforts will ensure each child feels supported, valued, and empowered.

• One-to-One Support: Provide personalised assistance to individual students, tailoring support to meet their unique needs.

• Small Group Work: Facilitate engaging educational and developmental activities in small group settings.

• Curriculum Adaptation: Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt lessons and resources for students with diverse abilities.

• Foster Inclusion: Help create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social interaction and emotional growth.

• Behaviour Support: Implement effective strategies to support emotional regulation and address challenging behaviours.

• Progress Monitoring: Assist in implementing and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), tracking students’ progress and achievements.

• Life Skills Development: Support students in developing communication, independence, and essential life skills.

• Parent and Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with families and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for each student.

We welcome candidates with the following qualities:

• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant or working with children with Autism and Learning Difficulties.

• A genuine passion for helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Exceptional empathy, patience, and adaptability to respond to students’ individual needs.

• Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.

• An understanding of behaviour management techniques and safeguarding procedures.

Engage Education are a widely recognised, award winning education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Offer an excellent 'refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

• Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Engage Education directly.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.