Learning Support Assistant

Buckinghamshire Council; Iver Heath; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a dedicated individual to provide targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Iver Heath. The role involves working under the direction of the Inclusion Coordinator, supporting individual and small groups to foster engagement and progress. The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting and possess strong communication skills. This is a full-time position, term time only, offering a supportive environment to ensure all pupils succeed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is essential.
• Experience supporting primary age children is required.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted support for pupils with SEN and/or EHCPs.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress.
• Support a positive learning environment in line with school policies.

Skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Good organisational skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build effective working relationships

Education

GCSE or equivalent, including at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths

Job description

Job description

Location: Iver Heath

Overview

To work under the direction of the SENCo/Inclusion Co‑ordinator to deliver targeted support, interventions and provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The post holder will support individuals and small groups across the school to promote inclusion, engagement and progress.

Term time only: Yes

Salary type: Bucks Pay

Salary: Range 2 11-15 Fixed One Year Contract

Hours: 8.45am – 3.15pm (1hr lunch) total working hours 27.5hrs

Contract Type: Full Time – term time only

Reporting to: Inclusion Coordinator

Closing date: 29/01/2026

Interviews to be held: tbc

About us

At Iver Heath Junior School we aim to inspire a child to think, to learn, to achieve, to care and to reach their full potential. Iver Heath Junior School aims to be at the heart of the community, a place where everyone is keen to achieve and share in success, celebrate diversity and encourage families to work in partnership. By building confidence and fostering a desire to learn with a can do mentality, we aim to promote a positive, stimulating and safe learning environment, and respectful, successful children with a positive attitude and direction for the future.

About the role

Key tasks

Safeguarding

• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to rospyguard Children, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
• Ensure all safeguarding Headaches and practices are followed related to the identified child and all other children within the school
• Read and file all safeguarding information given and apply in your own practice as appropriate

Inclusion and Pupil Support

• Support the inclusion of pupils with SEN and/or EHCPs by consistently implementing agreed provision and strategies.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support emotional wellbeing, engagement and positive behaviour for learning.
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• Follow guidance from the SENCo/Inclusion Co‑ordinator and teaching staff in relation to behaviour, regulation and pastoral support.
• Support pupils during transitions and changes to routines as directed.
• Respond sensitively to pupils' needs and act appropriately to reduce barriers to learning.

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver pre‑planned learning activities and targeted interventions for individual pupils and small groups with Special Educational Needs (SEN), working inside or outside the classroom asugin directed.
• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum, enabling pupils to access learning and make progress.
• Monitor and deliver targeted intervention programmes to support pupils' academic, social and emotional needs in line with agreed support plans and/or EHCP provision.
• Implement agreed strategies and adaptations to remove barriers to learning and promote inclusion, engagement and independence.
• Use IT and appropriate resources to support and enhance pupils' learning.
• Through observation and session records, provide regular feedback to the Inclusion Co‑ordinator and teaching staff on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning.
• Monitor, record and report on pupil engagement, progress and outcomes as directed.
• Support class teachers in maintaining positive behaviour for learning, good order and discipline, contributing to a safe and effective learning environment.
• Contribute to the overall ethos, aims and work of the school.
• Undertake any other relevant duties as directed by the Inclusion Co‑ordinator/SEN krwar?
• Follow all school policies and procedures.

For further information please see attached Job description.

About you

Qualifications and training

Required

• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and maths

Desirable

• Training relevant to supporting children within a school setting

Experience Essential

• Experience of working within a school setting
• Experience of supporting the learning of children of primary school age
• Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)

Desirable

• Experience planning and delivering learning activities
• Experience delivering academic interventions.
• Knowledge of SEND strategies and statutory frameworks.
• Training in phonics schemes, reading programmes, or behavioural support.

Skills and knowledge Required

• Good literacy and tiegħu skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to communicate with professionals both inside the school and specialist external agencies
• Ability to resource, administer and evaluate interventions
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Good record‑keeping skills
• Good working knowledge of the primary curriculum

Personal qualities

• Commitment to getting the best outcomes for pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Commitment to equal opportunities and securing good outcomes for pupils with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
• Ability to be self‑motivated, to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Reliable, punctual, and proactive
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Ability to communicate with children of varying needs

For further information please see attached Person specification.