Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - SEN School

Location:

East 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:
Time Plan 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.