Learning Support Assistant (1:1 SEN Specialist)

education personnel; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

education personnel is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant in Derby to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a student with SEND. You will help the student navigate the school day, adapt materials, and remove barriers to learning, enabling academic progress and increased independence.

The role offers both full-time and part-time hours with an immediate start. A compassionate, resilient approach and DBS clearance are essential to join our dedicated team serving pupils with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience providing 1:1 support to students with SEND.
• Experience with visual impairments is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check on Update Service or willingness to undergo.
• Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 academic, physical, and emotional support.
• Adapt lesson plans and materials into accessible formats in real-time.
• Track progress with teachers and parents, celebrating milestones.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND experience

Stability & patience

DBS check ready

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (1:1 SEN Specialist)

Location: Derby, UK

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-Time and Part-Time roles available

Start Date: Immediate

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant who thrives in a dedicated 1:1 role? We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and skilled LSAs with a proven track record of one-to-one support to join our team in Derby.

In this vital role, you will be matched with an individual student. By providing tailored, dedicated 1:1 assistance, you will ensure they can safely navigate the school, break down barriers to learning, and achieve their full potential. We have both full-time and part-time positions available for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities

• * Dedicated 1:1 Support: Provide tailored academic, physical, and emotional support to a specific student throughout their school day.
• * Curriculum Adaptation: Modify lesson plans, worksheets, and learning materials into accessible formats (e.g., large print, tactile resources) in real-time.
• * Progress Tracking: Work closely with the class teacher, parents, and specialists to monitor, record, and celebrate the student's milestones.

What We Are Looking For

• * Proven Experience: A strong background in working 1:1 with students who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)—experience with visual impairments is highly desirable.
• * Relationship Building: The ability to form a strong, trusting bond with a student while maintaining professional boundaries.
• * Proactive Attitude: Excellent initiative, with the ability to anticipate the student's needs and adapt learning materials quickly.
• * Resilience & Patience: A calm, encouraging demeanour and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by students with sensory impairments.
• * Compliance: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to undergo one) is required.

What We Offer

• * Impact: The unique reward of seeing the direct, daily impact of your dedicated support on a single student's growth.
• * Flexibility: Full-time and part-time paths available to fit your lifestyle.
• * Specialist Training: Ongoing professional development, including targeted training in visual impairment support and assistive technology.
• * Competitive Package: Excellent rates of pay with an immediate start date.