Learning Support Assistant

Bridge Learning Campus; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced CPD

Paid induction and training

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

DBS check paid

Free eye tests

Pension scheme

Job summary

Bridge Learning Campus in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant for a permanent, term-time role to work with students with additional needs in a secondary setting. You will assist teachers, deliver targeted interventions and contribute to a positive learning environment.

You will pursue professional development, receive full induction, and play a key role in safeguarding and supporting pupils and families within the school community.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with SEND children, ideally within a secondary setting.
• Willingness to learn quickly and develop skills with full training provided.
• Excellent communication, patience and resilience to build relationships with children and staff alike.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a teacher to provide in-class support to groups of students.
• Plan and deliver targeted interventions to support pupils’ progress, with a focus on EHCP provisions and student support plans.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress in class and targeted interventions.
• Support wave 1 provision by reinforcing key learning points and adapting activities for different learners.
• Work with a range of pupils, including those with SEND, to promote inclusion, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom resources and the organisation of learning environments to ensure they are purposeful and well-structured.
• Supervise pupils during transitions, break times, and other non-classroom activities as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support children’s academic and personal development, including making calls and attending and contributing to meetings.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with school policies and statutory requirements.
• Other duties as directed by the SENDCo.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Salary: N8-11 £27,709 - £29,071 (FTE), £22,103.53 - £23,190.01 (Actual Salary)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only + Inset Days

Closing date: Sunday 1 November, Midnight

Interview date: Monday 9 November, Time to be confirmed

This role will suit someone who has experience of working with SEND children, ideally within a secondary setting. It will also suit someone who may be newer to the role but has the enthusiasm, commitment, and adaptability to learn quickly and develop their skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and staff alike. A willingness to support pupils with a range of needs in class and deliver interventions under the guidance of the SENDCo will be essential. Full training and a structured induction programme will be provided

Key Responsibilities (further details in the attached application pack):

• Work under the direction of a teacher to provide in class support to groups of students.
• Plan and deliver targeted interventions to support pupils’ progress, with a focus on delivering interventions in line with EHCP provisions and student support plans.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress in class and targeted interventions.
• Support wave 1 provision by reinforcing key learning points and adapting activities to meet the needs of different learners.
• Work with a range of pupils, including those with SEND, to promote inclusion, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom resources and the organisation of learning environments to ensure they are purposeful and well-structured.
• Supervise pupils during transitions, break times, and other non-classroom activities as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support children’s academic and personal development, including making calls and attending and contributing to meetings.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with school policies and statutory requirements.
• Other duties as directed by the SENDCo.

We offer:

• Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust
• Paid induction and training suited to the role
• Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Use of the Cycle Scheme
• Paid completion of a DBS check
• Free eye tests (where the employee is desk-based)
• Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme
• Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local Authority

Fluency Duty

This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.

Safeguarding Statement

Amplify Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education's 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' most recent Guidance. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.