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SEND Learning Support Assistant – Specialist 16+ Provision

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Education

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Job Type

Contract

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SEND Learning Support Assistant – Specialist 16+ Provision

Location: Erith, DA8
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm

Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEND and helping them develop the skills they need for adulthood?

We are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist SEND provision in Erith, supporting students aged 16+ through both one to one and small group support.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a positive and proactive individual who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

The Role

You will support students with a range of complex needs, helping them access education, build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their personal goals.

The learners may have a range of needs including:

• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
• Challenging behaviour
• Medical needs
• Down’s Syndrome
• Cerebral Palsy
• Physical disabilities and wheelchair users

You will work closely with teaching staff and the wider support team to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

A Varied & Practical Learning Environment

The provision focuses on preparing students for adulthood through a personalised and engaging curriculum, including:

• Developing independent living skills and daily routines
• Creative activities such as drama, arts, and crafts
• Performances and school productions
• Forest School and outdoor learning
• Community activities and work placements

This is a hands-on role where every day brings new opportunities to support and encourage learners.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting young people with SEND.
• Calm, patient, and resilient when faced with challenges.
• Confident supporting students with SEMH needs and behaviours that may be challenging.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative.
• Able to promote independence and encourage students to achieve tasks themselves.
• Skilled in using positive reinforcement and building strong relationships.

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