Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey

Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey Pay: £101.40 per day Hours: 8:30am – 3:45pm (Monday–Friday, Term Time Only) Location: Haringey, North London Trial/observation days available Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey – Education and Training – Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey Are you currently working as a Care Assistant and looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want a role where your compassion, patience and experience supporting others can make a lasting impact on a young person’s life? We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants on behalf of a specialist education setting in Haringey. This role offers meaningful, hands-on experience with children and young people who have autism, communication differences, sensory needs and learning disabilities. You will be part of a small class team, providing personalised support to help pupils develop independence, emotional regulation, communication skills and confidence. Whether you are an experienced care professional or a recent graduate developing a career path, this role offers a genuine opportunity to build on what you already know and put your skills into practice in a supportive, structured environment. Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey – Education and Training – Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey Why this role is ideal for Care Assistants and Aspiring Social Workers This role gives you direct experience in safeguarding, advocacy and supporting vulnerable individuals—skills that are essential in social care and social work. You will gain insight into: Supporting individuals with complex needs in a trauma-informed and person-centred way Working within a multi-disciplinary team (teachers, therapists, external professionals) Understanding behaviour and communicating appropriately with vulnerable young people Managing challenging situations with patience, empathy and professionalism Through this work, many people discover whether a future in social work, youth support or SEND education is the right path for them. You will see the realities of frontline support work—both the rewarding and the challenging—and develop clarity about your long-term direction. What you will be doing Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis throughout the school day Promoting communication, independence and life skills through structured activities Assisting with personal care, feeding or mobility needs where required (full training provided) Encouraging emotional regulation using gentle, supportive strategies Working closely with teachers and therapy teams to follow individual support plans Keeping pupils safe, calm and engaged in learning and social activities Your presence and encouragement can change a young person’s day—and sometimes their future. We would love to hear from you if you have: Experience in care, support work or working with vulnerable individuals (paid or voluntary) A sincere desire to support children and young people with additional needs Patience, resilience and a calm approach when faced with challenges Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team Willingness to support with personal care when needed You don’t need school-based experience. Your care experience matters, your empathy matters, and your willingness to learn matters. Training is provided as part of your onboarding. Benefits to YOU:  Excellent rates of pay  Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.  Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.  5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook  Exclusive school & trust partnerships.  Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card  Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy  FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.  FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules  School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements  24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.  Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation. We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices  Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency  If you are compassionate, reliable, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, we would love to speak with you. Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey – Education and Training – Care Assistant – Learning Support Assistant Haringey