Learning Support Assistant
We are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist setting in Barking and Dagenham. This role in Barking and Dagenham focuses on supporting high-quality education and training for learners aged 11 to 19, working as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support pupils aged 11 to 19 with SEN, working closely with teachers as a SEN Teaching Assistant. Based in Barking and Dagenham, you will help students access education and training through structured, inclusive support.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students aged 11-19 with SEN
Support learners with complex needs to access lessons and daily routines
Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering adapted activities
Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and engagement in learning
Support students during transitions, break times, and unstructured periods
Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
What's in It for You
Hands-on experience working with young people aged 11-19 with SEN
Ongoing support and development within a specialist setting
Opportunities to build a career in SEN and education
A rewarding role where you make a meaningful difference every day
Supportive team environment and structured guidance
Experience that supports progression into teaching, therapy, or SEN roles
The successful Learning Support Assistant will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with EHCP outcomes, and promote independence. This opportunity in Barking and Dagenham offers valuable experience and ongoing education and training within a supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant seeking a rewarding role in Barking and Dagenham, making a real difference to young people aged 11 to 19 as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
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