Learning Support Assistant – SEN School, Brockenhurst / Lymington area
Full‑time, Temporary to Permanent contract – ASAP start!
Academics is seeking an experienced and engaging Learning Support Assistant for an SEN School in the New Forest area between Brockenhurst and Lymington. This is a full‑time, temporary to permanent contact starting ASAP.
Working hours are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday‑Thursday and 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Friday. This term‑time role covers 39 weeks of the year, paying £13.68 per hour.
Qualifications
- Minimum C/4 in English and Maths GCSE (evidence required)
- Experience supporting children with special educational needs, ideally within an SEN environment
Responsibilities
- Support pupils aged 7‑19 diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome and other associated needs on the autistic spectrum
- Work with pupils in small groups and on a one‑to‑one basis across the school
- Be empathetic, nurturing, manage varying levels of challenging behaviour and adapt to situations as they arise
- Collaborate with senior leaders, teachers and support staff and participate in necessary training
This challenging environment offers rewarding work with children who exhibit varying levels of challenging behaviour combined with complex needs. The role is suitable for someone who enjoys a dynamic and supportive setting with passion for working with children with special educational needs.
You will join an experienced, supportive team of senior leaders, teachers, and support staff and be provided with the necessary training.
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