SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Annual Salary: £22,460.39 (actual salary)

Location: Surrey

Job Type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, 37 weeks per year

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team, focusing on students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) and other learning disabilities. This role is crucial in supporting one-to-one interactions and managing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for our students. Ideal candidates will have experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly with ADHD or one-to-one support.

Day-to-day of the role:

Provide tailored support to students with PMLD and other learning disabilities, ensuring their educational and developmental needs are met.

Work closely with teachers and other educational staff to implement effective learning strategies that cater to low-level learners.

Manage and update EHCPs, ensuring all necessary adjustments and accommodations are made for individual students.

Engage with students in a one-to-one setting, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Monitor and report on the progress of students, adapting strategies as needed to optimize learning outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience in a similar role within a school environment, particularly with SEND students.

Solid understanding of the challenges faced by students with PMLD and other learning disabilities.

Proven ability to work effectively in one-to-one and small group settings.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Although formal qualifications are not a must, a certificate in a relevant field and a solid working background in support roles are highly advantageous.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic educational setting.

Professional development opportunities to further enhance your skills.

To apply for this Learning Support Assistant position, please submit your CV

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ashford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English