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Learning Support Practitioner

Posted: 14-07-2025
Category: SEN
Location: Walsall
Type: Full-time / Contract
Salary: £13.69 - £17.50 per hour

Smile Education is recruiting passionate and committed Learning Support Practitioners to work in one of our partner specialist schools based in Walsall. The role involves supporting students aged 16–25 with a range of special educational needs (SEN) in a supportive and structured educational setting.
Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 support and small group assistance to students aged 16–25
Support learners with a range of SEN including:
- Physical disabilities
- Autism
- ADHD
- Trauma and anxiety
- Hearing and visual impairments
Promote social interaction and independence, particularly over lunch periods
Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning support
Encourage engagement and emotional wellbeing within a safe environment
Work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Requirements:

Relevant qualification to work as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Practitioner
Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
Recent experience supporting young people with SEN
Confident working independently and committed to a long-term role
Available to attend a summer induction and school tour

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