SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job role

• Learning support or cover supervisor
• Other support role

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract type

Fixed term - until 31st August 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover

Full time equivalent salary

£28,598 - £32,061

What skills and experience we're looking for

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have a vital role in making a positive impact on the lives of our students and their families. Working alongside the class teacher, TA and other LSAs, you will help implement our holistic curriculum, which is designed to support students in achieving their planned goals, improving communication and social skills, accessing therapeutic support, and overcoming barriers to learning.

You will play a key role as part of the class support team assisting in the delivery of learning to small groups, and taking a proactive role in preparing activities and supporting pupils to navigate the school day.

You will be instrumental in recognising and capturing the progress each pupil makes and sharing information with the class teacher.

What the school offers its staff

We are a positive and energetic team that values support and collaboration.

You will contribute to the growth and development of a new expanding school.

You will work in a purpose built provision with specialist facilities.

You will receive a comprehensive programme of induction, training and support.

Most importantly, you will gain memorable experiences of supporting pupils to learn and develop their independence and self-confidence.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.Visas cannot be sponsored.If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Interviews are due to take place on Wednesday 7th & Thursday 8th September.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Oct25 (3).pdf - 1.05 MB (opens in new tab)TBA Learning Support Assistant Candidate Pack (2).pdf - 2.07 MB (opens in new tab)