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SEN Learning Support Assistant – Harrow
Location: Harrow, North West London
Salary: £90–£110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 (or ASAP)
About the Role
Supply Desk is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Harrow. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and reach their full potential.
Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will provide both classroom and one-to-one support for pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Down syndrome, speech and language needs, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and other complex needs. The role may include supporting pupils with personal care and mobility where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one and small group basis.
- Assist pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASC, ADHD, Down syndrome, speech and language needs, SLD, PMLD, and other complex needs.
- Help implement individual learning plans and support pupils in achieving their EHCP targets.
- Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence throughout the school day.
- Support positive behaviour and promote emotional wellbeing.
- Assist with personal care, toileting, hygiene, and mobility support where required.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and other professionals to provide the best outcomes for pupils.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs is desirable but not essential.
- A caring, patient, and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
- Confidence in supporting pupils with a range of complex learning and communication needs.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A willingness to provide personal care and mobility assistance where required.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
What We Offer:
• Comprehensive safeguarding training.
• Weekly payments.
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants.
• A supportive team and environment.
• Excellently equipped facilities.
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training).
• Refer a friend scheme.
Apply Now:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact within a SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV today to apply for this SEN Teacher opportunity.
We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.