Specialist SEN Learning Support Assistant

Location: Uckfield, Heathfield and surrounding areas
Contract: Full-time opportunities
Agency: Academics Ltd

Help Pupils Develop Skills for Life

Academics is working with specialist SEN schools across the Uckfield and Heathfield areas to recruit dedicated Learning Support Assistants.

These settings support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties and complex learning profiles.

The role goes beyond classroom assistance. You'll help pupils develop functional communication, personal independence, social skills and the confidence to engage with the world around them.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils with SLD, ASC and associated communication or sensory needs.

• Delivering individualised learning activities under the direction of teaching staff.

• Helping pupils develop practical life skills, independence and self-confidence.

• Supporting communication through visual aids, structured routines and alternative communication methods where appropriate.

• Encouraging positive social interaction and participation in group activities.

• Supporting pupils who may need additional time, repetition or adapted approaches to access learning.

• Following individual support plans and contributing to a consistent approach across the school.

What We're Looking For

• A caring and patient individual who recognises the importance of personalised support.

• An interest in communication development, life skills and specialist education.

• The ability to follow structured plans while adapting to pupils' changing needs.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Experience supporting children or adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs or communication difficulties would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in specialist education and develop their understanding of complex SEND.

Interested? Apply through Academics today to explore SEN Learning Support Assistant opportunities across the Uckfield and Heathfield areas.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.