SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

SEND Learning Support Assistant If you're passionate about helping a young person build confidence, independence and new skills, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference across school and home. Previous SEN experience is essential, with full ABA training and ongoing specialist development provided. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Learning Support Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Special Educational Needs Tutor, SEND Tutor, Learning Mentor, Classroom Assistant, Academic Tutor What's On Offer: Funded RBT development, specialist training, clinical supervision, a £250 course completion bonus and a £500 loyalty bonus are provided. SALARY: £48,750 to £62,400 per annum FTE (£29,250 to £37,440 per annum for part-time hours) / £25 to £32 per Hour (depending on qualifications and experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Wandsworth, South West London JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Self-Employed Contract WORKING HOURS: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9am to 5pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break; 7.5 paid hours per day and 22.5 hours per week, guaranteed and year-round JOB OVERVIEW A genuinely unusual development opportunity gives the SEND Learning Support Assistant the chance to build specialist expertise through approaches that go beyond conventional learning support, whether developing their SEN career or bringing broader existing experience. The SEND Learning Support Assistant works across school and home, shadowing the learner at school and working closely with staff so that learning, communication and independence skills are generalised consistently across both settings. ABA underpins the programme, alongside speech and language, occupational therapy, primitive reflex work and visual tracking. Prior ABA experience is not required, as the SEND Learning Support Assistant receives full training, funded RBT development and ongoing clinical supervision. The SEND Learning Support Assistant can also learn alongside visiting specialists while contributing to a structured, year-round programme focused on practical learning, communication, independence and consistent progress. As a successful candidate you will work as a self-employed contractor and will invoice for hours worked, manage your own tax and National Insurance. The contract is for a minimum of 12 months with potential to extend; time off may be requested in school holidays only. DUTIES Your duties as the SEND Learning Support Assistant include: School and Home Support: Travel with the learner by private taxi to and from school in Earlsfield, shadow him at school and work closely with staff Learning Alignment: Help ensure home and school approaches marry up so skills are generalised consistently across both settings ABA Programme Delivery: Follow the established ABA-underpinned teaching programme and apply training to support structured goals and engagement Speech and Communication Support: Apply speech and oral-motor protocols, including TalkTools and Primitive Reflex Integration Integrated Learning: Connect visual tracking, reflex work and educational activities so learning transfers into natural environments Functional Life Skills: Support community activities, independence and social integration Data and Progress Tracking: Record programme data accurately using Hi Rasmus and contribute to curriculum reviews Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work with behaviour, speech and language, occupational therapy and school professionals to communicate progress CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, including practical support with communication, receptive language or processing needs Relevant degree or equivalent practical SEN experience, such as Special Educational Needs, Psychology, Education, Speech and Language Therapy or a related discipline Exceptionally clear and consistent spoken English, with precise articulation and pronunciation to support auditory-processing and speech-mirroring needs Reliable and committed, with excellent punctuality and attendance Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills Willing to learn, proactive and hardworking, with a genuine interest in developing skills and taking feedback constructively Able to work on a self-employed basis in the UK with valid right to work; visa sponsorship is not available Valid Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one DESIRABLE Experience of ABA; full training will be provided BENEFITS Full funding and guidance to complete the 40-hour Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) online qualification Full ABA training plus training in TalkTools, speech protocols, Primitive Reflex Integration and Hi Rasmus data tracking Regular clinical supervision and mentorship from a senior BCBA, including weekly data and curriculum reviews, monthly in-person visits and ongoing Zoom and phone support Collaborative working environment where initiative and creative ideas are valued £250 course completion bonus payable on successful completion of training £500 loyalty bonus for candidates who continue into Year 2, payable on commencement of Year 2 HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C15246 Part-Time, Self Employed Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Wandsworth, South West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ TPBN1_UKTJ