Job Description:

SEN Learning Support Assistant – Havering

Location: Havering, East London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Uniform Education is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to work within a specialist educational setting in Havering. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children with additional needs overcome barriers to learning and develop the skills they need to thrive.

You will play an important role in pupils’ daily school experience, providing practical and emotional support, encouraging participation in learning, and helping each child make progress at their own pace.

About the School

The school offers a specialist learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of pupils who require additional educational support. Learning is tailored to individual abilities, with an emphasis on developing communication, life skills, independence, and positive relationships.

The staff team takes a collaborative approach, working together to provide consistent support and ensure pupils feel safe, understood, and encouraged throughout the school day.

The Role

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

What’s on Offer

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with additional needs and want to be part of a team that puts pupils’ development and well-being first, we would welcome your application.

• Working alongside teaching staff to support pupils during lessons and structured activities.
• Providing individual attention to pupils who need additional guidance to participate in learning.
• Helping deliver practical, sensory, and interactive activities suited to pupils’ abilities.
• Encouraging pupils to communicate their needs using appropriate verbal and non-verbal methods.
• Supporting the development of everyday skills, including independence and self-confidence.
• Using visual prompts, clear instructions, and consistent routines to help pupils understand expectations.
• Responding appropriately to pupils’ emotional needs and helping them manage difficult situations.
• Assisting with personal care and other support requirements in accordance with individual care plans.
• Encouraging positive relationships, cooperation, and participation in group activities.
• Sharing observations with teachers to help monitor pupils’ development and progress.
• Following safeguarding procedures and contributing to a safe and positive school environment.
• Experience working with children or young people who have additional learning needs.
• An understanding of the challenges pupils with SEND may face in an educational environment.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, such as Supporting Teaching and Learning, CACHE, or an equivalent award, is desirable.
• The ability to build trusting relationships with pupils through patience, encouragement, and consistency.
• Experience supporting autistic pupils or children with communication and learning difficulties would be beneficial.
• The confidence to follow individual support plans and guidance from teaching staff.
• A flexible approach and the ability to respond to changing needs throughout the day.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• A genuine interest in helping pupils develop practical skills and achieve personal milestones.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Uniform Education.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in specialist education.
• A supportive working environment with experienced teaching professionals.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge of SEND provision.
• The chance to build meaningful relationships with pupils and contribute to their progress.
• Potential for a long-term placement, with opportunities for permanent employment.
• A fulfilling position where your patience, commitment, and encouragement can have a lasting impact.