Complex Needs Learning Support Assistants - Specialist School, Poole
We are seeking compassionate, resilient and committed Learning Support Assistants to join a highly specialist school in Poole, supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a wide range of complex needs, including:
Autism
Communication Difficulties
Complex Developmental Delay
Complex Medical Needs
Emotional / Mental Health Needs (e.g., Anxiety, OCD)
Physical Disabilities
Sensory Integration Difficulties
Sensory DisabilitiesThis warm school provides exceptional care and education for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities and life‑limiting conditions. You will help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every pupil can learn, communicate and thrive.
As a Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant, you will:
Support pupils' learning, communication and engagement
Assist with personal care and medical routines (training provided)
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
Promote emotional wellbeing, independence and positive behaviour
Adapt to pupils' individual needs and respond calmly to challengesContract Details
Location: Poole
Role: Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant
Setting: Specialist SEN school
Start: ASAP
Contract: Full‑time, Monday-Friday- The school is also open to applications from ad‑hoc supply staff who are available for day‑to‑day, short‑term, or long‑term cover.
Pay: £14.96 per hour
Hours: 08:45 - 15:30Experience, Training and Qualifications
We welcome applicants from education, care, residential or medical backgrounds.
You will need:
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN or complex needs
Understanding of autism, sensory needs, communication difficulties or PMLD
GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
Professionalism, empathy and emotional intelligence
The ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to changing needsPersonal Qualities
We are looking for individuals who are:
Warm, patient and nurturing
Resilient and calm in challenging situations
Team‑focused but able to work independently
Passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs
Committed to helping every child experience success and joy in their learningEligibility
Right to Work in the UK
Enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Professional references covering the last 24 monthsWhat We Offer
Free accredited CPD, including SEN, safeguarding and behaviour training
Ongoing support from an experienced education teamIf this role feels like the right fit for you, please send an up‑to‑date CV
