Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Birmingham (SEND School)

Vision for Education are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in an SEND School in Birmingham.

About the School

• The school is in Birmingham, accessible by public transport.
• A primary school that provides an inclusive, highly supportive environment for pupils with SEND needs, primarily Autism.
• Provides a highly nurturing, structured environment where each pupil receives tailored teaching, support, and care designed to help them thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the Role

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and additional support staff to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports both academic progress and the personal development of all pupils.
• Provide consistent, targeted support to help meet each child's individual needs, recognising their strengths and areas for development. Adapt approaches and resources where necessary to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
• Support pupils with communication needs by using appropriate strategies such as visual aids, alternative communication systems, or simplified language.
• Assist with sensory regulation by identifying triggers and implementing calming techniques or structured routines. Provide personal care support with dignity and respect, ensuring pupils always feel safe.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in schools are desired but not essential.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students.
• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Safeguarding and EEO Statement

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Benefits

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly via our in-house Payroll team using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Daily rate subject to your scale, experience and qualifications, to be discussed at registration.
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations).
• Free training for professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.