Learning Support Assistant Wimborne, Dorset Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) School Full-time, ASAP start Located in the picturesque town of Wimborne, Dorset, this SEND School boasts a wonderful reputation as a good educational institution focused on practical and community-based learning. The school offers small class sizes to cater to the individual learning needs of students with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex learning difficulties. The senior leadership team is superb, and the school prides itself on creating a friendly and caring environment where children positively thrive. The school is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will support students with ASC and complex learning needs, including non-verbal students. The role involves working closely with students to facilitate their learning and to help them achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities - Provide one-to-one support and small group support to students with a range of SEND, focusing particularly on those with ASC and complex learning needs. - Implement personalized learning plans under the guidance of the teacher, ensuring that the specific needs of each child are met. - Assist in the development and use of appropriate resources to aid learning. - Employ communication strategies such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton to support non-verbal children or those with communication difficulties. - Encourage and support pupils in all aspects of school life, including social, emotional, and academic growth within a caring school atmosphere. - Participate in structured activities to promote the practical and community-based learning ethos of the school. - Contribute to maintaining a safe and stimulating educational environment. - Liaise with the teaching staff and other support staff to ensure consistency in the approach to the student's education and welfare. - Attend and contribute to relevant meetings as required. - Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and adhere to the school's policies and protocols. Requirements: - Experience in an educational setting, particularly with SEN children, is highly desirable. - Knowledge of ASC and complex learning needs. - Proficiency in or willingness to learn PECS and Makaton is desirable. - Strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community. - Patience, empathy, and a positive can-do attitude. - A commitment to the values and ethos of the school. - Enhanced DBS check will be required. Benefits: - Working as part of a supportive and well-regarded senior leadership team. - Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. - Professional development opportunities. - A fulfilling role within a friendly school community. Candidates who are passionate about providing high-quality support to children with special educational needs are encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity to play an integral role in a school that celebrates diversity and is committed to the success of all its students. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001 and click on the apply button.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Alex Holt&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001</strong></strong>