Learning Support Assistant

Connex Education; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Classroom Teacher Toolkit access

Flexible opportunities

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work with primary-aged pupils with SEN and SEMH across Weston-super-Mare. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping children access learning and build confidence in the classroom.

Collaboration with teachers and school staff is key, with a focus on safeguarding, inclusion and adapting support to meet individual needs. The role offers competitive daily rates (£93–£115) and flexible opportunities to suit your

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
• Experience with SEN or SEMH needs is beneficial.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
• Patient, empathetic and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Confident supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to primary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils with SEN / SEMH needs.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and engage positively in the classroom.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Help manage behaviour using positive and supportive strategies.
• Adapt support to meet the individual needs of each pupil.
• Work closely with teachers and wider school staff.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Adaptability

Relationship building

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – SEN / SEMH

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Rate of Pay: £93–£115 per day

Start Date: Immediately – Ongoing

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them overcome barriers to learning? Connex Education is recruiting a caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work with primary-aged pupils with SEN / Special Educational Needs and SEMH / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs across schools in Weston-super-Mare.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, empathetic, and confident supporting children with a range of additional needs. You will work closely with teachers and school staff to provide tailored support, helping pupils build confidence, develop positive relationships, and engage with their learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to primary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils with SEN / Special Educational Needs and SEMH / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and engage positively in the classroom.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Help manage behaviour using positive and supportive strategies.
• Adapt support to meet the individual needs of each pupil.
• Work closely with teachers and wider school staff.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability and lifestyle.
• Day-to-day and longer-term opportunities available.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for today’s classroom.
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications, and interviews.
• Professional development and ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience working with SEN / SEMH pupils.

Job Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
• Experience working with SEN / Special Educational Needs or SEMH / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs is beneficial.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing.
• Patient, empathetic, and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Confident supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs.

Job Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different school environments.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for a Learning Support Assistant / LSA opportunity supporting primary-aged pupils with SEN / SEMH needs in Weston-super-Mare, we’d love to hear from you.

Whether you have previous experience in education, care, youth work, SEN support, or a similar environment, Connex Education can help you find an opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to children’s lives.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.