1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant inc. MSA support

St Bernadette; St Albans; Remote; GBP 8,500 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

St Bernadette Catholic Primary School in St Albans is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs. The role includes working with teaching staff to develop education provision and supporting the learner during lunch breaks.

The successful candidate should be resilient, caring and committed to professional development. An enhanced DBS check and safeguarding checks will be required as part of the pre-employment process.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• Clear, positive and compassionate communication.
• Ability to communicate clearly, positively and with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with learning needs under supervision of teaching staff.
• Assist with development and educational provision for the learner, including lunch breaks.
• Provide support during lunch breaks and contribute to pupil welfare.

Skills

Experience with children

Clear compassionate communication

Collaborative problem solving

Job description

# 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant inc. MSA supportEmployer: St Bernadette Catholic Primary SchoolLocation: St Albans, HertfordshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: Fixed termSalary: £9,982 ActualPosted: 8th October 2026Expires: 21st October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1578603Job Reference: StB - 1:1SEN* Share :* PrintSt Bernadette Catholic Primary School currently has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join our team as a **1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant**, supporting a pupil.This position will continue until the associated funding ends or the pupil leaves the school, whichever occurs sooner.The successful candidate will support teaching staff and take responsibility for assisting with the development and educational provision of the learner including support throughout the pupil's lunch break.Hours: **16.15 hours per week (12:00 noon - 15:15pm), Monday to Friday, term time only**Grade: H3Applications are welcomed from candidates who demonstrate resilience, confidence in working with pupils with complex needs, and a commitment to continuous improvement.Why Join Us?We believe that staff are our most valuable resource. When we invest in our staff, the best possible outcomes for pupils follow.We are a friendly, caring and supportive team.We provide high-quality, ongoing training that is relevant to each role.We are a popular and thriving school where all staff have a voice in improving the working environment.We encourage all staff to take advantage of the many opportunities available for professional development.What Will the Successful Candidate Bring to the Role?A commitment to personal and professional growth, both individually and as part of a team.A caring and nurturing approach, combined with high expectations for the children they support.Enthusiasm, energy and a positive attitude.What Experience and Skills Will the Successful Candidate Have?Experience of working with children.A positive mindset and the ability to find solutions collaboratively.The ability to communicate clearly, positively and with compassion.We look forward to receiving your application.### AttachmentsASCAT BrochureCSI Report 2023Notes to ApplicantsOfsted Report 2018### Safeguarding Statement:All Saints Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two satisfactory references must be provided, and any other safeguarding checks that are required at the time of appointment will be applied to the pre-employment process. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to safeguarding checks being met successfully. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment should it deem pre-employment checks as unsatisfactory.Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the Trust/School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in the latest version of KCSiE.By signing the application form I understand that I am giving my consent for the Trust/School to carry out an online search if I am shortlisted for this post. The search would be part of the Trust/School's due diligence in line with the latest KCSIE guidance and would be limited to identifying any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. I understand that the Trust/School might want to explore any such incidents or issues with me at interview.