Learning Support Assistant - SEN School
Location: Knutsford, Cheshire
Pay: £97.50 per day | Opportunity for a permanent contract
Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term to Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Learning Support Assistant - Specialist SEN School | Cheshire Countryside
Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role within specialist education?
A charming SEN school set within the beautiful Cheshire countryside is seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to join their team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with previous experience working within specialist education settings who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
The school caters for students aged 11-16 with a range of additional and complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), communication needs, sensory needs, and associated neurological conditions. Staff work within a nurturing, structured, and highly supportive environment where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals to help pupils achieve their individual learning and EHCP targets while promoting independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group SEN support
- Support students with ASC, PMLD, and complex needs
- Assist with communication, engagement, and emotional regulation
- Work collaboratively with teaching and therapy staff
- Help create a calm, inclusive, and safe learning environment
- Support with personal care where required
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have previous experience within SEN or specialist school settings (essential)
- Be patient, resilient, and adaptable
- Have strong communication and teamwork skills
- Be passionate about inclusive education and student progress
- Hold a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
What the School Offers:
- A welcoming and supportive school community
- Excellent SEN training, CPD, and progression opportunities
- Opportunities to train and qualify in specialist support areas
- Strong leadership focused on staff wellbeing and development
- Long-term and permanent career opportunities
This school is a fantastic place to further your career in SEN education, with many staff progressing into teaching, therapy, and specialist support roles.
Apply today to become part of a dedicated SEN team making a genuine difference every day.
Safeguarding Statement:
TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide two professional reference.
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