1:1 Learning Partner

Protocol Education; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD Academy access

Dedicated local consultant

SEND knowledge development

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a caring Learning Partner to work with a pupil with SEN in a Patchway primary school. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to help the pupil access learning and participate in classroom activities.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SEND team, adapting activities to promote independence and confidence. A DBS on Update Service is required or willingness to obtain one, along with 24 months of references.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Experience in a primary school or educational setting is highly desirable.
• Willingness to obtain/enhanced DBS on the Update Service and provide 24 months of references.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to help the pupil access learning.
• Support social and emotional development and classroom confidence.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and encourage independence.
• Maintain a calm, reassuring presence throughout the school day.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Patience

Education

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

We're looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Learning Partner to join a welcoming primary school in Patchway, providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll be helping a child build confidence, overcome barriers to learning and celebrate those brilliant little wins that make all the difference.

What you'll be doing

Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team, you'll provide tailored 1:1 support to help your pupil access learning, develop socially and emotionally, and feel confident in the classroom.

You'll adapt activities where needed, encourage independence and be a calm, reassuring presence throughout the school day.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Has experience working within a primary school or educational setting, this is highly desirable
• Is patient, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with children
• Can remain calm, adaptable and encouraging, even on challenging days
• Holds an Enhanced Child Only DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one
• Can provide 24 months of references as part of the compliance process

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities to develop your SEND knowledge and experience
• Roles in welcoming schools where you'll be supported from day one
• A simple, streamlined registration process
• Referral rewards when you recommend friends

Thinking about taking the next step?

If you're someone who believes every child deserves the chance to shine and you're ready to make a real difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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