Learning Support Assistant (SEN)
| Posting date: | 17 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 October 2025 |
| Location: | Sale, Trafford |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 188520 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant - Specialist SEN School (Autism & Complex Needs)
Location: Trafford
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, term-time only (Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30)
Daily Rate: £110 per day
School Type: Specialist SEN (Autism, Complex Needs, SLD, PMLD)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a nurturing and forward-thinking specialist SEN school in Trafford from September 2025. The school supports students aged 11-19 with autism, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), and associated sensory and communication needs.
This is a full-time, long-term role ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and providing life-changing support to students with high levels of need. The school is well-resourced with therapy-led interventions, sensory rooms, and a collaborative multi-disciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting students in small groups or 1:1, following a highly personalised, sensory-based curriculum
- Assisting with personal care, feeding, and manual handling (training provided)
- Encouraging communication through Makaton, PECS, AAC, or other specialist strategies
- Promoting student engagement using play, sensory stories, music, and structured activities
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement EHCPs, therapy goals, and care plans
- Supporting students during sessions such as hydrotherapy or rebound therapy, where needed
✅ You Must:
- Have experience supporting individuals with autism, complex needs, or PMLD in a school, care or community setting
- Be comfortable with personal care and manual handling
- Be calm, patient, empathetic, and committed to a person-centred approach
- Hold the right to work in the UK and be available full-time (Mon-Fri)
- Have or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS on the Child and Adult Workforce (Update Service or new application)
⭐ Desirable (but not essential):
- Training in Makaton, PECS, AAC, or British Sign Language (BSL)
- Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management certification
- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Teaching & Learning or Health & Social Care
What Educato Limited Offers:
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Weekly pay and long-term opportunities in SEN education
Safeguarding Statement:
This position is subject to a Child and Adult Enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) and safer recruitment practices. Overseas police checks may be required for candidates with time spent abroad. Educato Limited is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable young people. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Trafford
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, term-time only (Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30)
Daily Rate: £110 per day
School Type: Specialist SEN (Autism, Complex Needs, SLD, PMLD)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a nurturing and forward-thinking specialist SEN school in Trafford from September 2025. The school supports students aged 11-19 with autism, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), and associated sensory and communication needs.
This is a full-time, long-term role ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and providing life-changing support to students with high levels of need. The school is well-resourced with therapy-led interventions, sensory rooms, and a collaborative multi-disciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting students in small groups or 1:1, following a highly personalised, sensory-based curriculum
- Assisting with personal care, feeding, and manual handling (training provided)
- Encouraging communication through Makaton, PECS, AAC, or other specialist strategies
- Promoting student engagement using play, sensory stories, music, and structured activities
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement EHCPs, therapy goals, and care plans
- Supporting students during sessions such as hydrotherapy or rebound therapy, where needed
✅ You Must:
- Have experience supporting individuals with autism, complex needs, or PMLD in a school, care or community setting
- Be comfortable with personal care and manual handling
- Be calm, patient, empathetic, and committed to a person-centred approach
- Hold the right to work in the UK and be available full-time (Mon-Fri)
- Have or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS on the Child and Adult Workforce (Update Service or new application)
⭐ Desirable (but not essential):
- Training in Makaton, PECS, AAC, or British Sign Language (BSL)
- Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management certification
- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Teaching & Learning or Health & Social Care
What Educato Limited Offers:
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Weekly pay and long-term opportunities in SEN education
Safeguarding Statement:
This position is subject to a Child and Adult Enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) and safer recruitment practices. Overseas police checks may be required for candidates with time spent abroad. Educato Limited is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable young people. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.