Learning Support Assistant Long Term

We are working with a primary school in Sutton looking for a Learning Support Assistant for a long-term support role. This is a steady long-term support role in a primary setting. The school needs someone reliable patient and useful in class from day one. You will be supporting pupils with additional needs working closely with the class teacher and helping pupils stay settled focused and engaged.

What the role involves:

- Supporting pupils with SEN ASD speech and language needs or EHCP-linked support
- Working in class small groups or 1:1 depending on pupil need
- Helping create calm routines and consistent classroom support
- Supporting learning without becoming generic cover What they are looking for:

- Previous school SEN care childcare or youth work experience
- Someone calm steady and reliable
- Good communication with teachers and pupils - A patient approach with pupils who need extra time and consistency Pay: 90 - 105 per day

Location:

Sutton (SM1 1EA
) Apply now if you are looking for a stable SEN support role in a primary school.

Required Skills:

Empathy and understanding Differentiated lesson planning & delivery

Assessment for learning

Positive behaviour support

Individualised curriculum adaptation

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral care

Data & record keeping

Assistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coaching

Reflective practice & CPD

Required

Education:

Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH)
Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methods

Makaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Daily Salary Salary: 90 - 105