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SEN LSA Ipswich
Vacancy: SEN LSA Ipswich, Suffolk
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Job Type: Full-Time or part-time ☀️
Daily Rate: £75-£90 per day
SEN LSA Ipswich. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work on a 1:1 basis with a child who has profound Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is non-verbal, and requires sensory stimulation. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing tailored support to help the child engage in their learning and daily activities.
You will be working in a nurturing and inclusive environment dedicated to providing the highest standard of education and support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Responsibilities for SEN LSA Ipswich:
- Provide 1:1 support for a non-verbal child with profound ASD, ensuring their individual needs are met throughout the school day.
- Implement sensory stimulation activities that are tailored to the child’s needs, helping them to engage with their environment and learning.
- Assist with the use of alternative communication methods, such as PECS, Makaton, or other communication aids.
- Help maintain a structured and calm learning environment to support the child’s emotional and sensory regulation.
- Work closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external specialists to follow and implement the child’s education, health, and care plan (EHCP).
- Support the child with personal care needs, if required.
- Monitor the child’s progress, maintaining detailed records, and providing feedback to the SENCO and parents.
- Build a positive and trusting relationship with the child to support their social and emotional development.
Requirements:
- Proven experience working with children with profound ASD or complex needs, particularly those who are non-verbal.
- Knowledge of sensory needs and experience in implementing sensory-based learning or therapeutic activities.
- Familiarity with communication tools such as PECS, Makaton, or alternative communication systems.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, working closely with teachers, specialists, and parents.
- Ability to provide personal care, if required.
- A relevant qualification in SEN support or childcare (desirable but not essential) e.g. CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools, Autism Awareness, Makaton, etc
Who are 4myschools?
✏️4myschools is an education recruitment employment business who have been supplying schools with dedicated, outstanding teachers and support staff since the business opened in 2009.
📄We believe in working with our candidates. You have complete autonomy of when and where you want to work whether that be as a SEND Teaching Assistant or a secondary supply teacher we have a wide range of opportunities for you.
🌍We give back! Every time a school uses 4myschools we give charitable donations for access to education. You can find out more about our giving back here
⭐4myschools have been awarded with the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Audited in Education Gold Recruitment Standard.
💯We received a compliance score of 100%, for the 12th consecutive year.
✅The REC Gold Education Recruitment Standard certifies that 4myschools policies and procedures fully comply with all legal requirements.
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