SEN LSA - Independent School; Chelsea

SEN LSA - Independent School (Chelsea)

Job reference: EKHCH
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We are supporting an established Independent school in Chelsea (Kensington and Chelsea) recruiting an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated in‑school support for a Year 4 pupil with complex physical and learning needs.

The student is bright and social, but requires assistance to access learning and move safely around the school environment. This includes support with mobility, adapted learning tasks and occasional personal care. You'll be part of a collaborative SEN team ensuring her school day is safe and structured. You will also work closely with the family and other members of staff at the child's home, and you must be able to commute each day to Kensington and Chelsea.

• Full‑time position, Monday to Friday, 8.00am–4.00pm.
• Deliver dedicated 1:1 learning support across the full school day.
• Provide homework assistance and care at the family home, either before or after school when the pupil starts later.
• Support the pupil with mobility, transitions and safe movement around the school site.
• Modify and tailor learning activities to ensure accessibility and active engagement.
• Carry out personal care as needed, always in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Liaise closely with class teachers, therapists and SEN professionals.
• Maintain close communication with the family, swim instructor and relevant school staff.

• Demonstrable SEN experience or a strong understanding of additional needs.
• Warm, patient and engaging approach.
• Background in the UK education or training sector, or a strong academic profile.
• Excellent communication skills and sound safeguarding awareness.
• Dependable, well—organised and committed, with the ability to commute to Kensington and Chelsea.
• Confident supporting physical disabilities and delivering personal care.
• French or Spanish language skills are desirable but not essential.

• Highly competitive pay, reflective of experience.
• A long—term, consistent position within a well—regarded Chelsea school.
• Ongoing collaboration with a supportive SEN team and engaged family.
• A genuinely rewarding role, making a meaningful and lasting impact.

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