Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (SEN)
Location: Colchester
Salary: £84 to £100 per day
Start: ASAP
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with Non-Verbal pupils at a special educational needs (SEN) school in Colchester. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone patient, empathetic and committed to helping students overcome barriers to communication and learning.
As a Learning Support Assistant at a special educational needs (SEN) school, you will play a key role in supporting students in developing their confidence, skills, and independence within a nurturing environment. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, your contribution will be vital in creating a positive and inclusive learning experience. If you are looking for a fulfilling role where every day brings new challenges and achievements, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Responsibilities of the Learning Support Assistant:
- Provide 1:1 support to non-verbal students, using alternative communication methods to facilitate learning.
- Assist in managing and reducing challenging behaviours with patience and effective strategies.
- Collaborate with teachers to implement tailored learning plans based on individual student needs.
- Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where students feel safe and supported.
- Support students with personal care and life skills development as needed.
- Maintain strong communication with staff, parents, and external professionals.
Requirements of the Learning Support Assistant:
- Previous experience working with non-verbal students or in a special educational needs (SEN) setting.
- Knowledge of sign language is preferred to facilitate communication with non-verbal students.
- A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to managing challenging behaviour.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, to engage with students and staff.
- A genuine commitment to supporting the educational and emotional needs of students with special educational needs (SEN).
- Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Learning Support Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Colchester!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
GSL Education are an ethical, independent recruitment agency that aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Colchester.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Learning Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch