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SEN - Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?

We're looking to place a candidate in one our Primary Schools within Bedfordshire to support 1:1 with a child who has Autism.

About the Role: As a SEN LSA, you'll provide tailored support to the pupil with special educational needs, helping them to thrive in the classroom. You'll work closely with teachers to deliver personalised learning plans and practice various teaching methods to get the most out of the child and increase their learning activity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Monitor and record the pupils progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents
  • Use a variety of strategies to engage and motivate them
  • Support the social and emotional development of the child

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working with children with special educational needs(specifically Autism)
  • Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping children succeed
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Salary
  • Supportive and Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Designated Recruitment Consultant to find the right school and role for you

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. Alternatively, if you know of someone who may be interested, we offer £250 as a referral scheme.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions, please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.