Learning Support Assistant

Westminster, Central London SEND experience essential Long-term contract Free CPD and constant support with interviewingEmpowering Learning are currently working with a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Westminster who are looking for a learning support assistant to work across their two Additional Resource Provision (ARP) classrooms, which support pupils with a range of needs including SEMH, ASD and SLCN. You will work flexibly across both classes, supporting pupils 1:1, in small groups, and at whole-class level depending on need and the timetable. This role will be an ASAP start on a full-time basis until July 2026, with the view of continuing into the next academic year.

The school are looking for someone with strong, direct SEMH experience in specialist settings (e.g., PRUs/alternative provision/specialist SEMH settings), who is confident with regulation support, de-escalation, and proactive SEMH strategies, and who is looking for long-term work. Team Teach/positive handling training (or equivalent) would be ideal.

The school are looking for someone who can work as part of a team as well as using their own initiative, someone who is proactive and shows willingness, and who has strong communication skills with both children and staff. The school is praised for its friendly atmosphere, high academic standards, and strong, respectful relationships between pupils and staff.

As a teaching assistant for this role, you will have the following:

Experience supporting children within a school setting Experience within a PRU/alternative/specialist SEND setting SEND experience Confident working 1:1 and in small groups Strong literacy and numeracy skills Adaptable, flexible and proactiveIf you are an experienced learning support assistant and believe you are a good match for this role, please apply today or search Empowering Learning for more information about us.

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