Location: Benfleet, Essex
Pay: £95 per day PAYE
Contract: Long-term temporary
Hours: To be confirmed, term-time only
Want to work in a role where patience, understanding and the little things can make a big difference?
Parker Smith Inclusion is recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist SEND school in Benfleet.
The school supports pupils aged 3–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism and a range of complex physical and sensory needs.
You'll be supporting pupils throughout the school day, helping them take part in classroom activities, develop communication skills and build independence wherever possible.
About the Role
Working alongside teachers and other support staff, your responsibilities will include:
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Providing 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
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Helping pupils engage with lessons and everyday activities.
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Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
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Supporting pupils with their individual learning and care plans.
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Providing personal care, including toileting, where required.
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Using a patient and consistent approach to meet individual needs.
What We're Looking For
Previous experience working in a school is essential for this position.
You must also be comfortable providing personal care, including supporting pupils with toileting.
Experience in a specialist SEND, PMLD or complex needs setting would be particularly beneficial.
We're looking for someone who is:
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Patient, understanding and adaptable.
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Reliable and confident working as part of a team.
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Calm when dealing with challenging situations.
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Comfortable supporting pupils with complex needs.
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Able to bring a positive attitude and a good sense of humour to the classroom.
Why Parker Smith Inclusion?
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Specialist SEND recruitment agency.
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Transparent PAYE pay.
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Personalised support throughout your placement.
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Honest advice and guidance.
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Over 450 five-star Google reviews from educators.
Interested?
If you have school-based experience and are interested in supporting pupils with complex needs, we'd like to hear from you.
Contact Danny at Parker Smith Inclusion:
Phone: 0203 011 4848
Email: danny@psinclusion.co.uk