Supply Learning support Assistant

Job Description:

Flexible, Rewarding, and Impactful Work through Tradewind Recruitment

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a real difference every day? Tradewind Recruitment Kettering is seeking dedicated Supply Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to support local SEN schools on an ad-hoc basis, providing essential cover during staff sickness, training days, and planned absences. This flexible position offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to positively impact pupils who benefit most from consistent, compassionate support.

We welcome applicants with experience supporting students with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Physical disabilities, including mobility and personal care

• Complex medical needs and confidence following care plans

• Communication difficulties, including non-verbal pupils

• Social, emotional, and sensory needs

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one or small group support to help pupils access learning

• Assisting with personal care, mobility, and medical routines

• Adapting activities to meet diverse learning styles and needs

• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and school staff

• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment

We're looking for individuals who can offer:

• Previous SEN experience with children or young people

• A calm, patient, and resilient approach

• The ability to follow instructions while also using initiative

• Strong communication skills and genuine passion for supporting learners

• Reliability and flexibility, essential for supply work

• Willingness to complete safeguarding checks and training

In return, Tradewind Recruitment Kettering provides:

• Competitive daily rates

• Flexible working hours to suit your availability

• Support from a dedicated local consultant

• Access to free CPD and professional development

• Variety through placements in multiple specialist SEN schools

If you are compassionate, committed, and ready to support students who need you most, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment Kettering and become a valued Supply Learning Support Assistant.