Job Description

SEND Learning Support Assistant
Primary & Secondary SEND / SEMH / PRU Settings
Full-Time Positions Available
Daily Rate: 109 - 115

Empowering Learning Ltd is currently recruiting dedicated and resilient SEND Learning Support Assistants to work in a specialist school/provision in and around Islington, supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils.

We are seeking proactive, hands-on individuals with experience supporting children and young people with Autism, PMLD, SEMH, and complex learning or behavioural difficulties. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact within inclusive and supportive educational environments.

These settings place equal importance on academic progress, emotional development, and personal care. Successful candidates will be confident supporting pupils both in their learning and with day-to-day care needs, while helping to create a positive, structured, and nurturing atmosphere.

About the Role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting across classroom and off-site learning activities
• Helping manage behaviour in line with school policies
• Supporting teachers with lesson delivery and preparation
• Supervising pupils in and out of the classroom environment
• Encouraging engagement, independence, and positive outcomes

About You:

• Passionate about working within SEND, SEMH, or PRU settings
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism or additional needs (education or care background)
• Calm, patient, and confident when working with challenging behaviour
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Committed to supporting learning and personal development

What Empowering Learning Ltd Offers:

• A dedicated consultant with specialist education experience
• Competitive daily pay rates based on experience
• Fast and efficient online registration and clearance process
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
• Free access to online training and development resources

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.

Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of