Job Description
Learning Support Assistant (Full-Time) - Swale areas
Pay Rate: £88 - £90 per day
Are you passionate about supporting students with speech and language needs to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our team at our SEN schools in Swale.
The Roles:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:
Offer tailored support to pupils with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) focused on speech and language development
Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, class teachers, and families to help pupils develop their communication skills
Create a supportive and structured learning environment that fosters student confidence and independence
Promote positive behaviour and engagement through patience and encouragement
Assist in the implementation of individualised intervention programmes
What We're Looking For:
A caring, patient, and adaptable individual with a genuine interest in supporting communication development in children
Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is desirable (especially with speech and language difficulties), but not essential
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm and positive in a busy, dynamic environment
Why Choose Tradewind?
- Competitive daily pay rates based on experience
- Access to extensive CPD through our exclusive partnership with the National College, offering over 2,000 certified courses at no cost once you start with us
- Generous referral bonuses-earn up to £100 by referring friends
- Help with interview prep and lesson planning
- Convenient online portal to manage your timesheets
- Social and networking events to help you connect with other education professionals and our team
Requirements:
Willingness to travel up to an hour to work within the Swale area
Legal right to work in the UK
Previous experience supporting children with SEN, especially speech and language needs
Comfortable with personal care tasks, including toileting and feeding
Strong communication skills and a positive, flexible approach
Willingness to undergo background checks and obtain the appropriate clearances
Hold, or be willing to apply for, an enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the update service
Ready to make a difference? Help children find their voice and reach their potential - we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to:
Errika.Nikokavuras@twrecruitment.com
01227 852 816