Job Description
Learning Support Assistant (SEND) | Towcester & Surrounding Villages | Via Tradewind Recruitment
Are you a caring and motivated Learning Support Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with additional needs? Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a range of mainstream and specialist schools in Towcester and the surrounding villages, who are seeking dedicated SEND support staff to join their teams.
These schools support pupils with a variety of needs, including ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), SLCN (Speech, Language and Communication Needs), SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), and physical disabilities, across a range of abilities from mild learning difficulties through to more complex needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in inclusive settings, helping them to access education and develop both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
* Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and learning styles
* Support communication using methods such as PECS, Makaton, BSL, and AAC where required
* Assist with personal care and mobility where necessary
* Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
* Support pupils both in the classroom and during wider school activities
Requirements:
* Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
* A strong understanding of additional needs including ASC, SEMH, and SLCN
* Knowledge of alternative communication methods is highly desirable
* A patient, adaptable, and empathetic approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
* Opportunities across a range of welcoming schools in Towcester and surrounding areas
* Ongoing training and development to enhance your SEND knowledge
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
* Competitive pay rates and flexible working options
If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting pupils with additional needs to succeed, apply today with Tradewind Recruitment and begin a rewarding career in education.