Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA                                                                                   

Location: Weston-super-Mare (just of the M5)

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £83 - £100

Are you a looking to work in a SEND hub in a mainstream secondary?  

Do you have experiencing supporting children with additional needs and/or disabilities?

Do you have a patient and nurturing nature?

I am hiring for a secondary school in Weston-super-Mare who are looking for LSA staff that can support on a casual and long term basis in their SEN department, supporting a mixture of students who may or may not be involved in mainstream school classes. This school are particularly keen to find staff that have a experience working with students with ASD due to a particular shortage, however any SEND specialisms are appreciated. Both primary and secondary experienced staff will be considered due to the variety of students that need support. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills.

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of Secondary Schools across Somerset. We are actively recruiting for LSAs to support our school network with quality and consistent staff. 

The school is seeking out a passionate team player to take on the role. A SEND LSA who can bring new dimension to what can be achieved in a short-term role with potential to become a long-term placement for the right SEND LSA. The position will involve working with students across all key stages with diagnosis of Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, and challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary.

The successful SEND LSA will have:

• Experience working with children, preferably experience with additional needs / disabilities
• Experience working with students with Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) and challenging behaviours

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

 Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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