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LARA SEARCH
Full Time Croydon, England 11.25 - 10 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our team at an all-through SEN (Special Educational Needs) school. The successful candidate will have a passion for supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs, and will play a critical role in helping our students achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities:
  • Provide one-on-one and group support to students with ASD and complex needs in a variety of settings.
  • Support students with their academic, social, emotional, and sensory development, using a variety of strategies and techniques tailored to their individual needs.
  • Collaborate with the teaching staff, therapists, and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes independence and success for students with ASD and complex needs.
  • Help students with their personal care needs, including toileting, feeding, and hygiene, in a respectful and sensitive manner, maintaining their dignity and privacy at all times.
  • Foster positive relationships with students, their families, and other stakeholders, and provide support and information as needed.

Requirements:
  • Relevant experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs in an educational or care setting.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based strategies and interventions for supporting individuals with ASD and complex needs, including visual supports, social stories, sensory integration, and positive behaviour support.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and to follow instructions and guidelines from teaching staff, therapists, and other professionals.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
  • Sensitivity, patience, and empathy towards students with ASD and complex needs, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference in their lives.
  • Ability to adapt and respond to the changing needs of students, and to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
  • Basic knowledge of personal care and health and safety procedures, and willingness to undergo relevant training as required.
  • Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service - or willing to apply.

If you are passionate about supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs, and you are committed to making a meaningful impact in their lives, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV detailing your experience or contact me directly - [email protected].

About Lara Search
LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions, and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London.

We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.



About Lara Search :

LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London. We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.

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LARA SEARCH

www.lara-search.com
London, United Kingdom
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