SEN - Learning Support Assistant

• Location: To be confirmed
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team, working with children to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment that prioritises their holistic development. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for the success of every child.

• Building strong, supportive relationships with children, focusing on those with PDA, ASC, ADHD.
• Creating a welcoming and caring atmosphere conducive to the full development of the child.
• Collecting educational attainment evidence from 1-1 sessions as directed by the Lead Tutor.
• Working collaboratively with a range of professionals to deliver provision as outlined in reports.
• Engaging difficult-to-reach young people through their interests, creating activities and resources.
• Writing concise reports and taking accurate notes.
• Acting as a safeguarding adult within the home and maintaining a thorough understanding of safeguarding practices.

• Essential:
  
  • Experience working with pupils with PDA, ASC, ADHD.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with young people with PDA.
  • Experience managing high-level anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks in pupils.
  • Valid driving licence and ability to travel as required.
  • Competence in collecting educational evidence and report writing.
  • Innovative engagement strategies for difficult-to-reach young people.
  • Excellent understanding of safeguarding principles.
• Desirable:
  
  • Experience working with an assistance dog.
  • Familiarity with the NCFE framework.
  • Experience in a self-directed education environment.
  • Understanding of EOTAS packages.