SEND Learning Support Assistant

Overview

SEND Learning Support Assistant - Severe Learning Disabilities

Location:

Wickford, Essex

Daily rate: £88-£100 per day

Contract:

Long-Term to Permanent | ASAP Start

We are delighted to be recruiting an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a brilliant, thriving small school in Wickford.

This welcoming and well-resourced school supports pupils with Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD) and is known for its strong team ethos, excellent leadership, and genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing and progress.

• Supporting students with Severe Learning Disabilities on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assisting with learning, communication, and sensory activities
• Supporting pupils with personal care needs where required
• Promoting independence, dignity, and emotional wellbeing
• Working closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SLD / complex needs
• Confident and comfortable supporting personal care
• Calm, patient, and resilient, with a nurturing approach
• Reliable, committed, and passionate about making a difference
• Able to work effectively as part of a close-knit team

• Daily rate of £88-£100, depending on experience
• ASAP start with a long-term opportunity
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team
• A genuinely rewarding role in a school that values and supports its staff

If you re a dedicated SEND professional looking for a long-term role in a fantastic school environment, we d love to hear from you.