Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – 1:1 Specialist Role
Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate Start
Tara Professional Education are recruiting for an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to take on a specialist 1:1 role within a supportive SEND school environment. This is a long-term opportunity supporting a pupil who has recently joined the school and requires consistent, skilled 1:1 support during their transition back into a formal educational.


The Pupil & Context:
The pupil you will support:
*Is secondary-aged
*Has SEND needs, including Autism (ASD) and/or Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
*Has been home educated for the past two years
*Has recently started at the school and is currently on a part-time timetable
*Is expected to gradually increase attendance towards mid–next half term
This is a key role focused on building trust, routine, and engagement, supporting a successful reintegration into education.


The Role:
As the dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will:
*Provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day
*Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
*Help the pupil develop confidence with routines and expectations
*Adapt learning and activities to suit the pupil’s current developmental level
*Work closely with teaching staff, SEND specialists, and pastoral teams
*Support a phased increase in timetable and school attendance
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Experience & Suitability:
This role requires an LSA who:
*Has essential experience within SEND settings
*Has supported pupils with ASD and/or SLD
*May have experience in Primary or Secondary settings (both are equally valued)
*Is calm, patient, consistent, and emotionally intelligent
*Understands the importance of structure during educational transitions
This is not a generic LSA role, it is suited to someone confident in 1:1 SEND support who understands behaviour as communication.


Requirements:
*Proven experience working in SEND settings
*Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SLD (essential)
*2 years of professional references
*Availability to start as soon as possible
*Ability to commit to a long-term placement that would likely lead to a Permanent & salaried post at this school
*Available for a Trial Period via Tara Education as soon as possible
Why This Role?
This is a meaningful opportunity to work closely with one pupil during a crucial transition period. The school is supportive, well-resourced, and values consistency for its learners. For the right Learning Support Assistant, this role offers stability, professional trust, and the chance to make a genuine long-term impact. Due to our long established partnership with the school, this is guaranteed long term booking to last either indefinitely or until you/the school wish for you to join Permanently.


All relevant applicants will be contacted within 48 hours. Thank you!