Learning Support Assistant

Job Advertisement: Learning Support Assistant - Autism Support

Position: Learning Support Assistant (Special Needs)

Location: Leeds, UK

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term from September

About the Role:

Career Teachers is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a well-regarded special needs school in Leeds. This full-time, long-term position starts in September and focuses on providing essential support to students with autism.

Key Responsibilities:

- Work one-on-one and in small groups with students with autism to support their educational and social development.

- Assist teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapting learning materials.

- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment tailored to each student's needs.

- Support students in developing communication and social skills.

- Help manage classroom behavior and provide a structured environment.

- Assist with personal care tasks and mobility support if required.

- Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and caregivers regarding student progress and well-being.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Experience working with children with autism or in a special educational needs (SEN) setting is advantageous.

- Passionate about working with children with special needs and committed to their development.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, resilience, and a nurturing attitude.

- Willingness to undergo necessary background checks.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary through Career Teachers.

- Opportunities for professional development and training.

- Supportive and collaborative work environment.

- The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with autism.

How to Apply:

If you are eager to support students with autism and contribute positively to a special needs school, we invite you to apply. Please send your CV outlining your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the role by clicking apply now.

Become a valued member of our dedicated team and help shape the future of students with autism in Leeds.

At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

- Attend an interview in person;

- Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

- Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.