Learning Support Assistant - Full Time - Bexhill
Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Setting: Specialist SEN School
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional learning needs? Do you have experience in care, education or support work, or are you looking to develop a rewarding career within specialist education?
Academics are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school in Bexhill, supporting pupils with a range of learning, developmental and complex needs.
You will work alongside teachers and specialist support staff, providing individualised assistance to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop essential life skills and achieve their personal goals.
Pupils may have a range of needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD)
Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
ADHD and associated behavioural difficulties
Speech, language and communication needs
Physical disabilities and complex needs
Sensory processing difficulties
The role will involve:
Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support.
Helping pupils access a differentiated and personalised curriculum.
Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Assisting with personal care where required.
Developing positive relationships and providing consistent encouragement.
Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual EHCP targets.
Previous experience within an SEN or educational setting would be advantageous, but is not essential. We are keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in care, healthcare, psychology, youth work or support roles, as well as individuals with a genuine passion for helping young people learn and develop.
Full-time | Monday-Friday | Bexhill | Specialist SEN School
If you are approachable, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your up-to-date CV to Academics today!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
