Location: Wednesbury, West Midlands
Role: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP
Aspire are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a fantastic primary school in Wednesbury. The successful candidate will support children with a range of special educational needs (SEN), providing tailored support to help them access the curriculum and succeed in their learning. Personal care will also be a key aspect of this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students with a variety of SEN, including learning disabilities, autism, and physical disabilities.
- Assist with personal care needs such as toileting, feeding, and moving and handling, in line with students' individual requirements.
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and ensuring the learning environment is inclusive for all students.
- Help students to develop independence and social skills within both classroom and playground settings.
- Monitor and record students' progress, and share observations with the SENCO and teaching staff.
- Work closely with other staff members, parents, and external professionals to support the needs of the students.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential, preferably within a primary school setting.
- Comfortable with providing personal care when required.
- A caring, patient, and proactive approach to working with children.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
- A DBS check will be required (can be arranged if necessary).
Hours:
- Full-time, 5 days a week (term-time only).
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic primary school where you will make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.
To Apply:
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a full-time post starting as soon as possible. If this is the job for you, please apply above and I will be in touch.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Check
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.