Jobs, fresher vacancy - SEN LSA • West Midlands

Company: Protocol Education

West Midlands

SEN LSA – Long-Term, in DudleyJob role: SEN Learning Support AssistantSpecialisms: SEND, MLD, PMLD, SLDStart date: January 2025Hours: 8:30-3:45pm, term time only (30-minute lunch break)Contract: Long-term with potential to become permanentPay: £89 to £95 per dayAbout the roleWe’re looking for someone who brings steady hands and a warm heart to a welcoming SEND school in Dudley. You’ll be supporting pupils with EHCPs for SEND, MLD, PMLD, or SLD needs, helping them feel confident, understood, and ready to learn.This is a full-time role where no two days look quite the same. You’ll work alongside the class team, offering gentle encouragement, clear structure, and lots of positive moments. Some pupils will learn best in the classroom, while others may need a quieter space to focus. You’ll be there for both, helping them stay engaged and celebrating every small win.If you love helping children grow emotionally as much as academically, this could be the perfect match for you.What we’re looking for Experience supporting children with ADHD or other SEND needsUnderstanding of sensory needs and how to create a calming environmentPatience, positivity, and a gentle approach to behaviourConfident communicator who can work well with teachers, specialists, and parentsKnowledge of PECS or similar communication tools is helpful but not essentialRelevant SEND or childcare qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement Why join Protocol Education? Weekly pay through PAYEFree access to our online CPD AcademyPersonal support from your own dedicated consultantOpportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settingsStreamlined registration and local roles across Telford and ShropshireReferral rewards when you recommend a friend If you’re ready to make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s find the right next step for you.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.