Learning Support Assistant – SEN Support in Primary School

Suffolk County Council; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbot's Hall Community Primary School in Stowmarket invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant on a fixed-term contract to support pupils with SEN and aid learning, progression and attainment. The role covers Reception to Year 6, with 30 hours 50 minutes per week over 38 weeks per year, term-time only, including a lunch break.

Closing date 12 pm on 4 September 2026. The school values an amazing communicator who is a strong team player, calm, nurturing and adaptable to meet pupils'

Qualifications

• Experience with children and SEN desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with diverse needs is valued.
• Ability to work across year groups Reception–Year 6.

Responsibilities

• Support pastoral needs, learning and attainment of pupils with SEN.
• Deliver interventions to individuals or small groups during timetabled slots.
• Assist in lunchtime activities and support across classes as required.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Calm and nurturing

Flexible and adaptive

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4 or equivalent)

Job description

Abbot's Hall Community Primary School in Stowmarket invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant on a fixed-term contract to support pupils with SEN and aid learning, progression and attainment. The role covers Reception to Year 6, with 30 hours 50 minutes per week over 38 weeks per year, term-time only, including a lunch break.

Closing date 12 pm on 4 September 2026. The school values an amazing communicator who is a strong team player, calm, nurturing and adaptable to meet pupils'