Senior Learning Support Assistant – Secondary SEN
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Scale 4 (Points 7-8)
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary school catering for pupils aged 7-13 with moderate learning difficulties, including autism, speech, language, and social communication needs. The school provides a tailored curriculum focused on key skills, independence, and personal development, fostering a culture of achievement and inclusion.
About the role:
- Provide 1:1 support for a Year 9 pupil, transitioning with them to the college site in Year 10.
- Assist individuals and small groups under teacher guidance.
- Support students with severe learning, behavioural, and sensory needs.
- Help implement learning activities, monitor progress, and assist with personal care.
- Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupil development.
Requirements:
- Experience supporting children with SEN in an educational setting.
- Understanding of complex learning needs and behaviour strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.
How to Apply:
To express your interest, please send your CV to Scott.Styles@teachingpersonnel.com or call 0161 200 8501 for more information.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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