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Learning Support Assistant (Full-Time) to support pupils with complex needs

Location: Canterbury

Pay Rate: £88 - £90 per day

Are you passionate about supporting students to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential? We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team at a school in Canterbury.

About Us:

Complex needs - ASD and Asperger's 4 to 19 years old - mixed gender
Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)This role may require personal care so you will need to be happy to provide this.

The Role: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide tailored support to students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and personal growth.
Support students in managing their behaviour and understanding its impact.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other agencies to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Facilitate the delivery of highly personalised programmes to address individual needs.What We're Looking For:

A compassionate and adaptable individual with a genuine interest in supporting young people.
Previous experience in education, care, or working with students with additional needs (preferred but not essential).
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.Why Join Us?

Competitive daily rate of £88 - £90.
Be part of a close-knit team passionate about making a difference.
Work in a school that values a calm, focused, and supportive environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.Requirements:

Willingness to travel up to an hour to work.
Legal right to work in the UK.
Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, particularly PMLD, is advantageous.
Ability to provide personal care support, including toileting and feeding, as needed.
Strong communication skills, patience, flexibility, and a positive approach.
Willingness to undergo necessary background checks and obtain clearances.
Hold, or be willing to apply for, an enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the update service.If you're ready to help students overcome challenges and build a brighter future, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV and a cover letter to apply today to our Canterbury role! (phone number removed)