Learning Support & SEND Interventions Assistant

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

BH Live Active membership discount

Wellbeing initiatives

Annual flu vaccination voucher

Free lunchtime meal (brief supervision

Blue Light card discounts

Subsidised breakfast on Fridays

Job summary

Southampton City Council is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to support pupils, including those with SEND, in an inclusive school environment. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to deliver targeted interventions and monitor progress.

You will also supervise lunchtimes, promote positive behaviour, and contribute to a safe learning environment. A DBS and safeguarding awareness are essential to the role.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• Experience working with children in an educational or similar setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of needs including SEND.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Good communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support learning and manage behaviour effectively.
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups within the classroom and intervention settings.
• Enable pupils to access learning, develop independence, and maintain positive behaviour.
• Work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to deliver targeted support and interventions.
• Monitor and provide feedback on pupil progress and engagement.
• Support pupils' personal, medical and care needs where required.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.
• Lunchtime duties: supervise pupils, promote inclusion and social interaction.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Experience with children

SEND experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Education

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Job description

Southampton City Council is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to support pupils, including those with SEND, in an inclusive school environment. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to deliver targeted interventions and monitor progress.

You will also supervise lunchtimes, promote positive behaviour, and contribute to a safe learning environment. A DBS and safeguarding awareness are essential to the role.