KS2 SEND Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a committed KS2 Learning Support Assistant to support children with diverse learning needs in Durham. The ideal candidate should be patient, adaptable, and a good communicator. This role involves working closely with teachers and providing effective 1:1 or small-group support to enhance pupils' learning experiences. Opportunities for training and a supportive environment are provided.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

FREE access to CPD Academy

Friendly support from local consultant

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND or similar is ideal.
• Confident in supporting children with additional needs.
• Caring and able to build trust with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support KS2 pupils with diverse learning needs.
• Help with communication and sensory needs.
• Encourage independence and positive engagement.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

A fantastic SEND school in Durham is looking for a calm, encouraging and committed KS2 Learning Support Assistant to join their team. If you enjoy supporting children who learn in different ways and you’re the kind of person who brings patience, warmth and a steady presence to the classroom, this role could be a perfect match.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be supporting KS2 pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning in a way that feels safe, structured and meaningful. Every pupil is unique, so your role is all about meeting them where they are and helping them grow with confidence.

Your day could include:

• 1:1 or small-group support across KS2
• Helping with communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation
• Using structured routines and visual supports
• Encouraging independence and positive engagement
• Working closely with teachers, SENCO and therapy staff
• Celebrating every step forward, big and small

What the school is looking for

Someone who is:

• Patient, caring and great at building trust
• Confident supporting children with SEND or keen to learn
• Positive, adaptable and observant
• A good communicator who works well as part of a team

Experience in SEND is ideal, but if you’ve worked in care, youth work, early years, or similar settings, your skills will transfer brilliantly.

Why join Protocol Education?

You’ll receive:

• Weekly PAYE pay, not umbrella
• FREE access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive training
• Friendly support from your own local consultant
• Opportunities across SEND, mainstream and alternative settings
• A smooth, simple and human registration process

If this sounds like the job for you please send your CV across.

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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