Send Learning Support Assistant

SEND Learning Support Assistant - Temp to Contract

West Drayton £15.35 - £16.65 per hour Full‑time, 5 days per week

A highly inclusive and forward‑thinking specialist setting in West Drayton is seeking a committed SEND Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September. This is a long‑term role, working Monday to Friday, supporting pupils with a range of complex needs in a nurturing, structured environment.

About the School

This is a well‑resourced, specialist provision with a strong therapeutic ethos. The senior leadership team is supportive, hands‑on and deeply invested in staff development. Pupils present with a variety of needs including ASC, SLD, communication difficulties and sensory processing differences, and the school prides itself on creating a safe, calm and consistent environment where every child can thrive.

What the Role Involves

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEND
• Assisting with communication, emotional regulation and sensory strategies
• Using tools such as visual timetables, now/next boards and personalised learning resources
• Supporting pupils through structured routines, transitions and behaviour plans
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEND team
• Contributing to a positive, encouraging and inclusive classroom environment
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and engagement in learning

What You'll Need

• Genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with autism and complex needs
• Previous SEND experience or relevant background ( psychology, sports, youth work)
• DBS on the Update Service
• Reliability, resilience and a calm, caring approach

Benefits

• Weekly pay via umbrella
• On‑site staff car park
• Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting

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