Learning Support Assistant; LSA – 1:1 Specialist

Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate Start

We are recruiting an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to take on a specialist 1:1 role within a supportive SEND school environment. This is a long-term opportunity supporting a pupil who has recently joined the school and requires consistent, skilled 1:1 support during their transition back into a formal educational setting.

The Pupil & Context

The pupil you will support:

• Is secondary-aged
• Has SEND needs, including Autism (ASD) and/or Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Has been home educated for the past two years
• Has recently started at the school and is currently on a part-time timetable
• Is expected to gradually increase attendance towards mid–next half term

This is a key role focused on building trust, routine, and engagement, supporting a successful reintegration into education.

The Role

As the dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
• Help the pupil develop confidence with routines and expectations
• Adapt learning and activities to suit the pupil’s current developmental level
• Work closely with teaching staff, SEND specialists, and pastoral teams
• Support a phased increase in timetable and school attendance

Experience & Suitability

This role requires an LSA who:

• Has essential experience within SEND settings
• Has supported pupils with ASD and/or SLD
• May have experience in Primary or Secondary settings (both are equally valued)
• Is calm, patient, consistent, and emotionally intelligent
• Understands the importance of structure during educational transitions

This is not a generic LSA role, it is suited to someone confident in 1:1 SEND support who understands behaviour as communication.

Requirements

• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SLD (essential)
• 2 years of professional references
• Availability to start as soon as possible
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement that would likely lead to a Permanent & salaried post at this school

Why This Role?

This is a meaningful opportunity to work closely with one pupil during a crucial transition period. The school is supportive, well-resourced, and values consistency for its learners. For the right Learning Support Assistant, this role offers stability, professional trust, and the chance to make a genuine long-term impact.

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.
All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young peopleand work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.