SEND LSA

TeacherActive is delighted to be supporting a specialist secondary SEND provision in the South Gloucestershire area. This setting supports children and young people aged 11–19 with severe, profound and multiple learning disabilities (SLD/PMLD), alongside autism, sensory processing differences, physical disabilities and complex communication needs.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient SEND LSA who can contribute to a highly personalised, therapeutic and sensory-informed curriculum. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils’ learning, communication, physical development, social skills and emotional wellbeing, working within a skilled and supportive multi-professional team.

This provision uses a Total Communication approach to ensure every learner can express themselves. Pupils may communicate through Makaton, symbols, objects of reference, visual supports or alternative/augmentative communication (AAC). As a SEND LSA, you will be central to supporting these communication systems, helping pupils engage, respond and build meaningful connections with others.

Learners follow individualised pathways designed around sensory exploration, structured routines and therapeutic interventions. Many pupils work significantly below age-related expectations and require high levels of support to access learning. You will need patience, sensitivity, creativity and consistency to help create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where every young person can achieve their personal goals.

The successful SEND LSA will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with severe, profound and/or complex SEND, autism, sensory or physical disabilities, or communication needs

• Willingness to learn specialist strategies such as Makaton, symbol-supported communication, sensory regulation and therapeutic approaches

• A calm, nurturing and resilient nature with the ability to remain consistent during challenging situations

• Confidence working within a multi-disciplinary team (teachers, therapists, support staff)

• A proactive, flexible and patient approach with strong observational skills

• Ideally, a driving licence or access to transport

In return, we offer:

• A dedicated support team available throughout your placement

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

• Access to high-quality CPD via the My-Progression platform, including SEND-specialist training

• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay

• A refer-a-friend bonus of up to £100 (T&Cs apply)

• PAYE payment system with correct tax and NI deductions and no hidden fees

This is a meaningful opportunity for a SEND LSA who wants to make a real difference in a specialist secondary setting supporting pupils with high-level and complex needs. If you are committed, caring and ready for a rewarding challenge, click ‘APPLY NOW’ to discuss this exciting SEND LSA role further.

Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 0117 223 2200

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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