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SEN Learning Support Assistant
Location: SurreyJob Type: Full-time (part time options available)Salary: Negotiable
Are you someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and wants to make a real difference in children’s lives? We’re looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and passionate team in Surrey. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful, where every day brings new opportunities to support, encourage, and celebrate the progress of pupils with autism and related disabilities.
If you're currently a Care Assistant, Health Care Assistant, or Support Worker and have ever thought about working with children, this could be your perfect opportunity. Full training and support will be provided along the way!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting children in developing their confidence, communication, and social skills.
- Helping deliver engaging learning activities tailored to each child’s needs.
- Encouraging positive play during break times—yes, that might mean joining in with a game or two!
- Assisting with personal care in a respectful and supportive way, always promoting independence.
- Getting involved in school trips and extracurricular activities.
- Helping keep the classroom organised and stocked with learning materials.
- Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, teachers, and families.
- Continuously learning and growing your understanding of autism and related needs.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Someone with experience working with children or young people—this could be in a school, care setting, or even through volunteering.
- A calm, patient, and positive person who can support children with challenging behaviours.
- Someone who’s happy to help with personal care when needed.
- A team player who’s always ready to lend a hand and learn something new.
- Comfortable using basic Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Physically able to support children in a hands-on environment.
What We Offer:
- A competitive, negotiable salary.
- A welcoming and inclusive team environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- A chance to make a genuine impact in children’s lives.
- Free shuttle from Guildford to the school in the mornings if you are not a driver (bus back at a reduced fare)
Ready to apply?We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or successfully refer someone you know and earn up too £300 in vouchers!
