SEND Learning Support Assistant (1:1) Location: DA8 Hours: Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 3.00pm or 9.00am – 3.30pm Contract: Term-time only We are seeking a confident and dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive SEN College in Erith (DA8). This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 support to a male student with additional needs and some challenging behaviours. About the Role You will be supporting a bright and capable student who is currently reintegrating into college following a period of absence and working to a reduced timetable. The student is non-verbal and communicates using an AAC device. He has good understanding, is able to follow instructions, and benefits from structure, routine and clear expectations. The successful candidate will be calm, consistent and resilient, with the ability to implement structured strategies and maintain firm boundaries. Key Responsibilities Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the college day Implement a TEACCH-based approach, including structured tasks and visual support Use Now/Next strategies to support transitions Incorporate regular movement breaks to support regulation Manage and respond appropriately to challenging behaviours Build a positive and professional working relationship Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff The Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience supporting young people with SEND Be confident supporting students with communication needs, including AAC Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills Be patient, resilient and able to maintain clear, firm boundaries Have a calm and professional manner This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a specialist college setting supported by an experienced team. INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Patsy Boguzas&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031</strong></strong>