Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Send

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Chelmsford

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Are you a 'human-first' educator who prioritizes emotional well-being as much as academic progress? Do you believe every small milestone is a massive victory? If yes, Randstad Education welcomes you. Role overview: We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and intuitive individual to support students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). In this role, you will be the bridge between the world and a student who communicates through touch, sound, and movement. You won't just be an educator; you will be a caregiver, a communication partner, and a tireless advocate for our most vulnerable learners.

Job Responsibility:

Sensory Education: Facilitate learning through multi-sensory experiences, including sensory stories, hydrotherapy, and music therapy
Specialist Communication: Use and develop non-verbal communication tools such as Makaton, PECS, and Objects of Reference to give students a voice
Holistic Care: Provide dignified support with personal care, including toileting, dressing, and feeding (including PEG/Tube feeding where required)
Physical Management: Safely assist with mobility and positioning using hoists, standing frames, and specialized seating
Medical Support: Monitor the health and well-being of students, including the management of epilepsy and other complex medical needs (full training provided)

Requirements:

Teaching
ability to track progression in attainment
background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience

What we offer:

competitive rates, weekly pay
choose shifts that fit your schedule with term-time-only options
1-on-1 career guidance from a dedicated Randstad consultant
£300 vouchers for every friend you refer through our "Refer a Friend" scheme
work alongside a supportive team of like-minded professionals

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 23, 2026

Expiration:
April 16, 2026

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