SEN Learning Support Assistant - Full Time
SEN Learning Support Assistant – Full Time
Location: Bury, Greater ManchesterContract: Full time, Monday to Friday, long-term
We are currently working with a specialist secondary school in Bury who are looking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join their team. This is a long-term opportunity supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism, communication difficulties and learning challenges.
The school is well-established and places a strong emphasis on consistency, routine and building positive relationships to support pupils both academically and emotionally.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working closely with pupils throughout the school day, supporting them to access lessons and remain engaged in a structured environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing targeted 1:1 support for pupils who require additional assistance
- Supporting small group activities within the classroom
- Assisting with lesson delivery and adapting resources where necessary
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour
- Encouraging independence and positive engagement
- Experience working with pupils with SEN or additional needs
- A calm, consistent and supportive approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships
- Available to work full time
- A supportive and experienced staff team
- Clear structure and expectations
- Opportunity for long-term progression
- A rewarding role within a specialist setting
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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