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SEN Learning Support Assistant: Year 2: Lambeth
Location: Lambeth, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: GBP 100-GBP 115 per day
A welcoming primary school in Lambeth is looking for an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with Autism (ASD).
The pupil is non-verbal and has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school is seeking a confident and resilient ASD practitioner who can provide consistent, individualized support and follow effective autism-support strategies throughout the school day.
The Role
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team, you will play an important role in helping the pupil access learning, communicate and feel secure within the school environment.
Responsibilities Will Include
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with ASD
- Following consistent, appropriate autism-support strategies
- Supporting communication and engagement using approaches suited to the pupil
- Helping the pupil access classroom activities and the wider curriculum
- Supporting emotional regulation, transitions and daily routines
- Encouraging independence, participation and positive interactions
- Working towards the pupils' individual targets and EHCP outcomes
- Maintaining clear communication with the class teacher and SENCO
- Helping create a calm, structured and supportive learning environment
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About You
The school is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a strong understanding of autism and the importance of consistency.
You Should Be
- Experienced supporting pupils with ASD, ideally in a primary school
- Confident working on a 1:1 basis with a non-verbal child
- Resilient, patient and calm under pressure
- Consistent in your approach to routines and support strategies
- Able to build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil
- A strong communicator who works well with teachers and the SENCO
Experience using visual supports, PECS, Makaton or other communication approaches would be beneficial.
Why Apply?
- Immediate start SEN Learning Support Assistant role in Lambeth
- Dedicated 1:1 support position
- GBP 100-GBP 115 per day, depending on experience
- Long-term opportunity
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's learning and development
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If you're an experienced ASD practitioner, SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant looking for a new 1:1 role in Lambeth, apply today.
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Reeson Education
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.
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