SEN Learning Support Assistant – UES1 

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Job Type: Full-time or part-time available

Start Date:  ASAP/September 

Salary in line with experience: £85 - £110 per day! 

Position Overview:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant you will have the opportunity to work closely with a diverse group of students with complex needs, including physical disabilities, learning difficulties, and medical conditions. You will play a vital role in providing personalised support and assistance to students, both inside and outside the classroom, to ensure their inclusion and participation in all aspects of school life.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with complex and severe needs, assisting them with their learning, personal care, and mobility as required.
• Assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies, under the guidance of teaching staff and other professionals.
• Support students in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities, adapting materials and resources as necessary to meet their diverse needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students, promoting their social, emotional, and cognitive development through meaningful engagement and interaction.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that celebrates diversity and encourages student success.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, behaviour, and achievements, and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies as required.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with students with special educational needs, preferably in a school or similar setting.
• Understanding of a range of complex needs, including physical disabilities, sensory impairments, communication difficulties, and medical conditions.
• Compassionate and patient approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships and adapt support strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion, equality, and diversity in education.
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training in areas such as safeguarding and first aid.

The person

The school will accept applications from candidates that have:

• Relevant knowledge and experience of pupils with ASD, SEMH, Complex Needs and PMLD.
• Experience providing Personal Care within a SEN Environment.
• Experience supporting/working with SEND
• Knowledge of SEND and Supporting students with PMLD and Complex Needs
• Experience working within a Mainstream setting looking to start or further a career within SEND.

If you are passionate about education and eager to inspire the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

Also earn £100 in high street vouchers for referring successful candidates! 

Uniform Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.