Learning Support Assistant, ACADEMICS
Posted Today by Guardian Jobs
Negotiable
Undetermined
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New Malden, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Learning Support Assistant role at a specialist SEN school in New Malden focuses on providing tailored support to children with various challenges, including autism and ADHD. The position requires creating an inclusive environment that fosters engagement and essential life skills. Collaboration with teachers, therapists, and families is key to monitoring progress and celebrating achievements. Ideal candidates are compassionate, resilient, and possess strong communication skills, with a passion for making a difference in children's lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Help pupils develop essential life skills and social confidence.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to set goals and monitor progress.
- Act as a role model, demonstrating patience, empathy, and encouragement.
Key Skills:
- Caring and resilient individual with a belief in every child's potential.
- Strong communication skills for building trust and positive relationships.
- Team player with energy, adaptability, and positivity.
- Previous experience in an SEN, childcare, or educational setting is valued.
- Relevant qualification in education, childcare, or SEN support is desirable but not essential.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: New Malden
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Do you believe that every child deserves the chance to flourish, no matter the challenges they face? We're looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic, and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join the dedicated team at a specialist SEN school in New Malden.
The Role: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support, adapting learning to meet the unique needs of pupils with autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, supported, and motivated to engage. Help pupils develop essential life skills and social confidence, celebrating every achievement, big or small. Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to set goals, monitor progress, and celebrate successes. Act as a role model, showing patience, empathy, and encouragement every step of the way.
Requirements: A caring and resilient individual who believes in the potential of every child. Strong communication skills, with the ability to build trust and positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families. A team player who can bring energy, adaptability, and positivity to the classroom. Previous experience in an SEN, childcare, or educational setting is valued - but enthusiasm and the right attitude matter most. A relevant qualification in education, childcare, or SEN support is desirable, but not essential.
Benefits: Be part of a welcoming, inclusive school community where every staff member is valued and supported. Access regular training and professional development, including specialist SEN and therapeutic approaches. Enjoy a role where no two days are the same, and every day brings the chance to inspire a child's future. Apply today and take the first step toward a career where you'll make a genuine impact, every single day.