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Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to achieve their potential? We are seeking a committed SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a thriving and inclusive school in Brent. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young learners while working within a supportive, forward-thinking educational environment.
The Role
As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring students with a range of additional needs, including autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties, are supported to access the curriculum and thrive socially and emotionally. You will work closely with the class teacher, the SENCO, and external professionals to deliver tailored interventions, differentiated resources, and one-to-one or small group support. Your work will be guided by personalised Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and you will monitor progress, adapt strategies, and provide detailed feedback to staff and parents.
You will be expected to promote inclusion, encourage independence, and maintain high expectations for all pupils. The role may involve assisting with personal care, managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support strategies, and implementing therapeutic approaches. Your contribution will help foster a safe, engaging, and respectful learning environment in which all students feel valued.
Responsibilities
Support the learning and development of pupils with SEN on a one-to-one or small group basis, adapting materials and approaches to meet individual needs.
Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and liaise with teaching staff, therapists, and parents to ensure consistent support.
Assist with personal care and mobility needs where required, maintaining dignity and sensitivity.
Foster positive relationships, encourage participation, and promote the emotional well-being of all pupils.
Contribute to assessment and record-keeping, providing detailed observations to track progress and inform planning.
The Ideal Candidate
Experience working with children with SEN, ideally within a school setting.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
Understanding of safeguarding procedures and commitment to promoting the welfare of children.
Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential).
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in SEN support within a collaborative and progressive school environment. You will have access to ongoing professional development, the guidance of experienced SEN professionals, and the satisfaction of helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
Location: Brent
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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