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SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 12 November 2025
Salary: £105 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 10 December 2025
Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 194367

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Summary

SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Middlesbrough

Company: AK Teaching

Hours: 8:30-15:30 full time (term time)

We are currently supporting a special needs school who cater to children and young people aged 3 to 19 years old with a wide range of complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The needs of the pupils include severe learning difficulties (SLD) and profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). The school provides a quality and inclusive educations for pupils.

The Role

We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will support pupils with complex needs within a classroom environment, working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide tailored, high-quality support that helps each pupil thrive.

Candidates with experience in care or nursing settings are particularly well-suited to this role. Previous school experience is not required, as we offer comprehensive CPD and training to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the classroom.

Responsibilities include:
- Providing 1:1 or small group support to pupils
- Assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Supporting pupils with personal care, mobility, and physical needs as required
- Encouraging communication through specialist strategies (PECS, Makaton, AAC)
- Promoting independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
- Creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

Essential:
- A positive, patient, and empathetic approach
- Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
- Willingness to support children with physical and personal care needs
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable:
- Experience working in a special needs or SEND school setting
- Knowledge of communication methods such as Makaton, PECS, or BSL
- Relevant qualifications (CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning)

Why Join Us
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of learners with additional needs.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Competitive salary based on experience.

If you are passionate about working with learners with special educational needs and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team and help us create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all our learners.

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you would be a great fit for this role.

Note: This position is temporary and based on supply requirements. Working hours are Monday to Friday between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.

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