Learning Support Assistant
- SEN General
- Lancashire
- Full Time
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Learning Support Assistant – Temp to Perm
Location: Preston | SEN School | Primary & Secondary
Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Perm
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive SEN school in Preston, working across both primary and secondary phases.
The Role
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a variety of SEN needs.
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Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities.
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Encourage independence, confidence, and active participation in lessons.
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Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development with a nurturing approach.
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Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience supporting children or young people in education, SEN, or care settings.
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Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping pupils thrive.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive attitude.
Benefits
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Temp to Perm route – opportunity to secure a permanent role.
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Ongoing training and professional development.
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Supportive and collaborative leadership team.
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A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to pupils’ lives.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and support pupils within a specialist SEN setting, we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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