1:1 SEN Learning Support (Fixed-Term)

Protocol Education Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay £14.25 per hour PAYE

Fixed-term through Aug 2027

Supportive school environment

Impactful role in pupils’ education

Guidance from Protocol Education

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a welcoming primary school in North Bristol. You will provide 1:1 support to pupils across the day, helping learners access the curriculum and develop independence.

You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored strategies for pupils with SEND and SEMH. A patient, proactive approach and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Patient, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passionate about supporting children's wellbeing and education.
• Ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils throughout the school day.
• Support children with a range of additional needs, including SEND and SEMH.
• Help pupils engage positively with learning and classroom routines.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement support strategies.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence.

Skills

1:1 support

Patience

Adaptable

Communication

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

A welcoming primary school in BS11 is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This rewarding role involves working 1:1 with a range of pupils across the school day, providing tailored support for children with a variety of additional needs.

No two days will be the same. You will build positive relationships with pupils, help them access learning, promote independence, and provide the encouragement and consistency they need to thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 support to different pupils throughout the school day
• Support children with a range of additional needs, including SEND and SEMH
• Help pupils engage positively with learning and classroom routines
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement support strategies
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Patient, proactive and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Passionate about supporting children's wellbeing and education
• Ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenges

What We Offer

• Competitive pay from £14.25 per hour PAYE
• Fixed-term position providing stability through to August 2027
• Supportive school environment with experienced staff
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' educational journeys
• Ongoing guidance and support from Protocol Education

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact the lives of children every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity in North Bristol.

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.