Job description
Location: Braintree
Salary: £85 - £130 per day
Start Date: Jan 2025
Contract Type: Full-time
SEN Learning Support Assistant
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young learners? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our secondary schools in Braintree, starting in January 2025. This full-time position is perfect for someone who thrives on helping students with special educational needs (SEN) achieve their potential in an inclusive and supportive environment.
About the Role
As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with a range of SEN.
- Work closely with teaching staff to implement individual education plans (IEPs).
- Support classroom activities, promoting engagement and confidence.
- Help to manage and encourage positive behavior, fostering a nurturing atmosphere.
- Assist in tracking and reporting on student progress to teachers and parents.
This role offers an opportunity to be part of a collaborative team committed to the success and well-being of every student.
Benefits:
- Flexibility to Suit Your Lifestyle – Choose when and where you work, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Take on assignments that align with your schedule and personal commitments.
- Pathway to Permanent Roles – Use temporary assignments as a stepping stone to secure permanent positions in schools you enjoy working with.
- Immediate Start Options – Take advantage of quick placement opportunities for those ready to start right away.
- Competitive Pay Rates – Earn competitive hourly or daily rates, with the potential for pay progression based on performance and experience.
- Sociable Hours – Work within school hours, leaving your evenings and weekends free.
- Temp Work – Choose your own shifts for ultimate flexibility.
Requirements
To excel as an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you should:
- Have experience working with children, particularly those with SEN.
- Be patient, empathetic, and able to build strong relationships with students.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Be proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting diverse learning needs.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference as an SEN Learning Support Assistant, apply now to join our team in Braintree this January!