Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Year 2 - Down Syndrome

Location: Streatham, Lambeth

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Pay: £105-£120 per day

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is looking for a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with Down Syndrome.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children with additional needs develop their confidence, communication and independence.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with Down Syndrome

Supporting access to the curriculum through adapted activities and resources

Developing communication, social skills and independence

Supporting the pupil with classroom routines and transitions

Encouraging participation in lessons, play and wider school activities

Providing emotional and behavioural support when required

Working towards individual targets and EHCP outcomes

Liaising closely with the class teacher and SENCO

Providing intimate and personal care when required

About You

The school is looking for someone who is patient, nurturing and consistent, with the ability to build a strong and trusting relationship with the pupil.

Previous experience supporting children with Down Syndrome, complex learning needs or other SEND would be advantageous. Experience with communication difficulties, speech and language needs or developmental delay would also be beneficial.

You must be comfortable providing intimate care as part of the role and understand the importance of maintaining the pupil's dignity, privacy and independence at all times.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

Is calm, patient and compassionate

Has experience working with children with additional needs

Can encourage independence rather than creating dependency

Is confident working on a one-to-one basis

Communicates effectively with teachers and support staff

Is reliable and committed to the pupil's long-term development

Why Apply?

Full-time Learning Support Assistant role in Lambeth

Dedicated 1:1 Year 2 support

Opportunity to make a genuine diffe...