Learning Support Assistant

Autism Learning Support Assistant

Location: Lewes

Are you passionate about empowering students with special educational needs to reach their full potential? If so, we want to hear from you! We’re looking for someone to play a vital role in supporting pupils across a school, delivering tailored educational support and helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key responsibilities

• Provide individualised support: Plan and deliver tailored learning sessions based on each pupil’s needs, abilities, and goals
• Promote holistic development: Encourage academic, social, and emotional growth through engaging and inclusive teaching methods
• Collaborate with staff: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent and effective support for pupils
• Monitor progress: Track and document pupil development, providing regular feedback to parents and the wider team
• Implement strategies for SEN: Use evidence-based techniques and resources to address a variety of needs, such as autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and emotional challenges
• Support behaviour management: Use positive reinforcement and other strategies to promote engagement, self-regulation, and confidence
• Create an inclusive environment: Foster a safe, welcoming space where every pupil feels valued and motivated to learn

Qualifications and skills required

• A relevant qualification in education, SEN support, or a related field
• Experience working with children with special educational needs, ideally within a school or specialist setting
• Strong knowledge of strategies and interventions for supporting SEN pupils
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Patience, empathy, and resilience to navigate challenges and celebrate successes
• A proactive and adaptable approach to meeting individual pupil needs
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

What makes a successful SEN Tutor?

• Empathy and understanding: A genuine passion for supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Adaptability: The ability to tailor teaching methods to each pupil’s learning style and goals.
• Collaboration: A team-oriented mindset to work effectively with colleagues and families.
• Attention to detail: Accurate record-keeping and monitoring to ensure pupils make meaningful progress.
• Positive attitude: A calm and encouraging demeanour to inspire confidence and motivation in pupils.

Why choose Engage?

We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and we pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

I’m interested. How do I apply? 

Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly. All applicants require a formally recognised teaching qualification and training. 

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. 

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

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