Learning Support Assistant Needed in SEND Setting

Aspire People; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Bedford is looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants to provide essential support to children with special educational needs, including autism and severe learning difficulties. This role offers an opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of children and work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with supporting children with autism, SLD, or PMLD is desirable.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and professional development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning and development through one-to-one or small group support.
• Assist with personal care, behavior, and communication programs.
• Supervise during breaks and assist with physical activities.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Location: Bedford
Start Date: September 2025
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:40pm, Monday to Friday (Term time only + 5 INSET days)
Salary: Dependent on experience and number of days worked

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you want to be part of an ambitious new SEN school making a genuine difference in Bedford?

We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a fantastic team. This school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment for children with autism, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and complex medical needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children in their educational, social, and personal development, working closely with experienced class teachers, therapists, and professionals.

About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting teaching and learning both inside and outside the classroom. You will support pupils' learning and development by delivering one-to-one or small group support, assisting with personal care, behaviour and communication programmes, and supervising during breaks, transport, and educational visits. You'll help implement physical activities (including PE and swimming), contribute to classroom preparation and displays, record pupil progress, administer medication (with training), and attend staff meetings and training as required.

About You
We are looking for candidates who are:
* Passionate about working with children with SEN
* Experienced or familiar with supporting children with autism, SLD, or PMLD (desirable)
* Adaptable, patient, and able to work flexibly as part of a team
* Committed to safeguarding and supporting the welfare of children
* Willing to engage in ongoing training and professional development

Experience in a school setting, especially within SEN, is desirable but not essential. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds who are keen to learn and grow.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Charlotte at Aspire People on 01234 394 781
Join us in building something exceptional - a school where every child matters, and every staff member plays a vital role in their journey. This role is subject to satisfactory reference, enhanced DBS check, social media screening, health clearance and a probationary period.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must declare relevant criminal convictions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.