SEN Learning Support Assistant – Specialist Therapeutic School

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist therapeutic education setting. The role involves supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH and other barriers to learning, helping them achieve academic and emotional growth.

Key responsibilities

• Support children and young people with Autism, SEMH needs and other additional learning needs.
• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group assistance.
• Help students access personalised learning programmes.
• Support emotional regulation, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and the wider team.

Required profile

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Interested in understanding behaviour and its underlying reasons.
• Committed to helping young people develop academically, socially and emotionally.
• Previous experience with Autism, SEMH or behavioural needs is beneficial, though attitude and transferable skills are highly valued.

What we offer

• Small classes of no more than six students.
• A highly personalised approach to learning.
• Therapeutic support focused on wellbeing and emotional development.
• A nurturing and supportive environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of young people.