Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (1:1 SEN Support)
Location: Shawford Area
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN primary school in the Shawford area. This is a full-time position supporting a child on a 1:1 basis with complex autism.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping the pupil access learning, develop communication skills, and feel safe and supported within the school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the child’s individual needs
- Support the child’s learning, emotional regulation, and social development
- Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team
- Implement structured routines and behaviour support strategies
- Monitor and record progress, providing feedback where required
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment
Requirements
- Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly autism
- Understanding of complex autism and associated needs (e.g. sensory processing, communication difficulties)
- Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Must hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.25
- Full-time, stable position
- Supportive and experienced SEN team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life
- Ongoing training and professional development
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and want to be part of a dedicated SEN school community, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover statement outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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