Learning Assistant linked to SEND Unit

Clockhouse Primary School; Romford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Clockhouse Primary School in Romford is seeking a Learning Assistant linked to the SEND Unit (ASD Provision). The role focuses on supporting children with social communication needs within the SEND provision and assisting them to integrate into mainstream classes when needed.

You will work across the primary age range, on a term-time schedule of 32.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a pro rata salary between £22,930 and £23,586. The post starts as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with ASD.

Responsibilities

• Support children with social communication needs within the SEND unit.
• Assist pupils to integrate into mainstream classes when needed.
• Work across the primary age range.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Clockhouse Lane, Collier Row, Romford, RM5 3QR

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Website: www.clockhouseprimaryschool.co.uk

Learning Assistant linked to SEND Unit (ASD Provision)

Hours:32.5 hours per week x 39 weeks per year (term time only) Monday to Friday

Grade: Grade 1/2 Points 3-5

Pro rata salary: £22,930 - £23,586 per annum (based on £29,562 - £30,408 full time salary p.a)

To Start: As soon as possible

Clockhouse is a large Primary School, which is a popular community school situated in Collier Row. The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted (June 2023):

‘Pupils thrive at this inspiring and supportive school. Pupils are proud to learn. They keenly demonstrate the school values of nurture, respect, learning, community, excellence and excitement. Teachers and support staff are proud to work at the school.’

Ofsted Inspection July 2023

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the school to work in our SEND Unit. The Governing Body are eager to appoint a Learning Assistant to support children with social communication needs within the SEND unit.

The Learning Assistant will work primarily in the provision but will also be expected to support pupils to integrate into mainstream classes when needed. The successful applicant will be expected to work across the primary age range.

We ask that interested applicants are:

• Committed to our school values of Nurture, Respect, Learning, Community, Excellence and Excitement;
• Able to demonstrate experience of working with children with ASD;
• Committed to high standards of achievement and behaviour;
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic;
• Able to work in a team but also show initiative to work independently;
• Committed to Continued Professional Development and able to inspire and motivate others.

Our school offers:

• A new provision within which to work;
• Enthusiastic children;
• A well-resourced environment and a strong commitment to School Improvement;
• A firm commitment to the Continuing Professional Development of all staff;
• Friendly and supportive working environment, with opportunities to progress in your career.

We consider this to be an exciting opportunity for any applicant looking to develop and who wish to work in a supportive and inclusive environment where commitment to development of the whole child is paramount.

Closing date for applications: Friday 18th September 2026

Early applications are both welcomed and advised. Please be aware we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we received sufficient applications for the role.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.