SEND Learning & Wellbeing Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.50 to £14.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | PL1 1DY |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Pay: £14.50 per hour
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP
For some children, feeling safe, understood and supported is the first step towards successful learning.
We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic SEND Learning & Wellbeing Assistant to support children and young people with additional educational needs in Plymouth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, encouraging confidence and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
Working alongside teachers and specialist staff, you will:
- Provide individual and small-group learning support.
- Support pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
- Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
- Help children participate in classroom activities.
- Develop pupils' confidence, independence and social skills.
- Support transitions and daily routines.
- Adapt your approach to suit individual learning needs.
- Celebrate achievements and recognise progress.
You may already have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker.
Alternatively, you might have transferable experience from care, mentoring or working with vulnerable young people.
You'll need to be:
- Patient, approachable and understanding.
- Confident building positive relationships.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Reliable and committed to supporting young people.
- Willing to learn new SEND support strategies.
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required.
- £14.50 per hour.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Immediate starts available.
- Opportunities to gain specialist SEND experience.
- Ongoing professional development.
- A rewarding role supporting children's education and wellbeing.
Sometimes the smallest achievements make the biggest difference.
If you're ready to help children feel confident, included and supported, apply today for this opportunity in Plymouth.