Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) - Specialist SEND School

Recruitment is currently seeking caring, patient, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work within a highly supportive specialist SEND school in the Towcester area.

This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people aged 4 18 with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), helping them to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals in a nurturing and structured environment.

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). As an LSA, you will play a vital role in helping students thrive both academically and socially, working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist students with classroom activities and personalised learning programmes.
• Encourage positive communication, engagement, and independence.
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and specialist professionals.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within education, care, support work, youth work, or SEND settings.
• A genuine passion for supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), or other SEND needs is highly advantageous.
• A proactive and positive approach to learning and development.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Ongoing long term opportunities available.
• Access to free CPD and SEND focused training through The National College.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, psychology graduates, support workers, care professionals, or experienced LSAs looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

If you are passionate about SEND education and want to be part of a dedicated team helping students reach their full potential, consider applying through Tradewind Recruitment.