The Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with teaching staff to support young adults with complex needs both in the classroom and during life-skills and community-based activities.
This is a varied, hands-on role that includes learning support, personal care and assistance with mobility and communication. You will play a key role in helping learners achieve their individual EHCP outcomes and develop independence.
Importantly, previous experience in an SEN setting is not essential. We welcome applicants with a positive, can-do attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine passion for supporting young people. Full training and ongoing specialist SEN development will be provided free of charge.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group learning support
- Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes tailored to EHCP targets
- Support communication using visual aids, Makaton, PECS or AAC strategies
- Provide personal care, including toileting, feeding and changing
- Support students with mobility needs, including use of specialist equipment (training provided)
- Encourage independence, social development and community participation
- Monitor and record student progress
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and external professionals
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and a positive learning environment
What we’re looking for:
- A caring, patient and empathetic approach
- A positive, proactive and can-do attitude
- Willingness to learn and undertake training
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Comfortable providing personal care
Desirable:
- Previous experience supporting individuals with SEN
- Previous experience in a care setting (e.g. care assistant, support worker, residential care)
- Knowledge of autism, PMLD or physical disabilities
About Zen Educate:
Register from the comfort of your own home - Upload the required safeguarding documents and complete a video conference interview without ever leaving the house.
Set your preferences - Receive and manage bookings through either your phone or laptop on our beautifully designed online platform. Create your profile with the information you want to highlight to schools.
Hassle-free - You no longer have to struggle with continuous unnecessary phone calls, timesheets, or any of the other hassle that comes with supply work.
Completely transparent - We always charge the school the same transparent, flat-fee and not a commission. As a result, our mission is always to facilitate the fairest match between schools and Teachers.
Temp-to-perm - Like the school you’re working at? Zen Educate makes it easy for a school to hire you on a permanent contract.
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Referral Bonus Programme:
Earn extra by referring friends or colleagues. Once you register with Zen Educate, you'll have access to a referral link on the platform and app. For every teacher or TA you refer who completes registration and works through Zen Educate, you can earn up to £110. T&Cs apply.
Ref: IND-ST-SUR-SEN
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £108.50 per day
Work Location: On the road
