Learning Support Assistant: Kickstart Your Education Career

Windwhistle Primary School; West Wick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Walliscote Primary School in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils across age groups with targeted interventions and 1:1 help for SEND students. The role focuses on learning, wellbeing and personal development in an inclusive environment.

The post is fixed term until 31 August 2027, term-time only, 32.5 hours per week, with full training provided and opportunities to progress within the Extend Learning Academies Network.

Qualifications

• No formal qualification is required. A Level 3 qualification in Education, Childcare or Early Years would be advantageous, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom support and delivering targeted interventions.
• Working on a 1:1 basis with pupils with SEND, including autism and complex needs.
• Supporting children with social, emotional and communication difficulties.
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping to create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with personal care and medical needs in line with individual care plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 qualification in Education/Childcare

Job description

Walliscote Primary School in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils across age groups with targeted interventions and 1:1 help for SEND students. The role focuses on learning, wellbeing and personal development in an inclusive environment.

The post is fixed term until 31 August 2027, term-time only, 32.5 hours per week, with full training provided and opportunities to progress within the Extend Learning Academies Network.