Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead (Non-Verbal / Communication Needs)
Start date: 17th November
Location: Maidenhead
Pay: £101.40 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:45pm (Monday–Friday, Term Time Only)
Trial/observation days available
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Make a real difference every day.
Are you working in care and ready for your next step?
Do you want to bring your compassion, patience, and calm presence into an educational setting?
We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist school in Maidenhead, supporting children and young people with autism, sensory needs, learning disabilities and—importantly—many who are non-verbal or have limited verbal communication.
If you are dedicated, nurturing, and motivated by seeing young people grow in confidence, this role will give you purpose and progression.
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What makes this role special
You’ll work within a small, highly supportive class team to help pupils develop:
1. Independence
2. Emotional regulation
3. Social interaction
4. Communication skills (including non-verbal and AAC)
Many pupils use non-verbal communication methods such as symbols, Makaton, visual timetables, gesture or assistive communication devices. You’ll learn how to understand behaviour as communication and how to create safe, trusting relationships.
Whether you come from care, support work, or are exploring a future career in psychology, social work or SEND education—this role offers hands-on experience that matters.
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Why this role is ideal for Learning Support Assistants, Care Assistants & Aspiring Psychologists
You will gain direct experience in:
5. Person-centred and trauma-informed care
6. Advocating for young people with complex needs
7. Interpreting and supporting non-verbal communication
8. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team (teachers, therapists, external professionals)
9. Managing challenging behaviours with empathy and patience
You will see the reality of working in SEND—rewarding, occasionally challenging, always meaningful.
What you’ll be doing
10. Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
11. Helping pupils communicate in the ways that work best for them—gestures, visuals, AAC, PECS, etc.
12. Encouraging emotional regulation and independence
13. Assisting with personal care, feeding or mobility needs (full training given)
14. Keeping pupils safe, calm, supported and engaged
15. Working with teachers and therapy teams to follow personalised support plans
Your encouragement might be the reason a non-verbal child feels understood—for some children, that’s life-changing.
What we’re looking for
You don’t need school experience—your care experience, empathy and willingness to learn are what matter most.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
16. Experience supporting vulnerable individuals in care/support settings (paid or voluntary)
17. A calm, patient approach
18. A genuine interest in working with children with SEND / communication differences
19. Willingness to assist with personal care when required
Benefits to YOU
20. Excellent daily rate
21. Fast-track registration & compliance
22. Flexible working days
23. Exclusive partnerships with local schools
24. Access to our FREE Perks Portal (discounts similar to Blue Light Card)
25. 1000+ discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
26. School Preparation Pack
27. FREE educator wellbeing resources
28. 24/7 support from your personal consultant
29. Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
If you are compassionate, reliable and want to be part of something bigger—we’d love to hear from you.
Take the next step in your career.
Make a difference. Be the difference.
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