SEND Learning Support Assistant - Berkshire
  • England,South East,Berkshire,Wokingham
  • Part Time, Contract
  • £30 - £40 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionSEND Learning Support Assistant - Home-Based 1:1 Support
Location: Berkshire
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Hours: 2 hours per day, Monday to Friday (mornings)
Contract: Part-time, ongoing
Quantum Scholars is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide personalised 1:1 support for a young learner in a home-based setting.
The pupil has Autism, a Visual Impairment, and English as an additional language. Having been out of formal education for a period of time, they require a patient and supportive individual who can help them re-engage with learning, build confidence, and develop the skills needed for a future transition into a specialist SEND school environment.
This role focuses on creating a positive and trusting relationship, encouraging communication, independence, and engagement through carefully adapted learning and life-skills activities.
Key Responsibilities*Delivering 1:1 support within the pupil’s home during morning sessions
*Supporting early English language acquisition, including speaking, listening, vocabulary development and simple literacy activities
*Promoting life skills, independence and everyday communication
*Helping establish positive routines and increasing readiness for future school placement
*Tailoring activities to meet the needs of a learner with Autism and Visual Impairment
*Providing consistent encouragement in a calm, nurturing and structured manner
*Maintaining communication with Quantum Scholars and other professionals involved in the pupil’s support
About YouWe would like to hear from candidates who have:
*Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
*A good understanding of Autism and strategies that support communication, engagement and emotional wellbeing
*Knowledge or experience of supporting learners with Visual Impairment (desirable but not essential)
*Confidence supporting learners with English as an Additional Language (EAL) or basic ESOL development
*A patient, adaptable and empathetic approach
*The ability to work independently within a home-based learning environment
*A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children and young people
Suitable BackgroundsThis opportunity may particularly suit experienced:
*SEND Learning Support Assistants
*Teaching Assistants
*Learning Mentors
*SEND Support Workers
*Alternative Provision Practitioners
*Tutors with SEND experience
*Care or support professionals working with children and young people
All applicants will be required to complete safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of their right to work in the UK.
Job number 3828730

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