SEN Learning Support Assistant - Kensington and Chelsea

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kensington and Chelsea is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This fixed-term role involves helping children thrive academically and socially in an inclusive environment, working closely with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally in a primary school setting.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Empathetic, hard-working, patient, and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Assist in the development and delivery of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and track pupil progress, feeding back to class teachers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of SEND

Education

Relevant qualifications or training related to SEND support

Job description

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SEN Learning Support Assistant - Kensington and Chelsea, London

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Client:

Clarus Education

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Kensington and Chelsea

Fixed term - 1 year

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role Overview:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant at our Primary School, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to access learning and thrive in our inclusive, nurturing environment. This role could either be supporting a child in mainstream or in our Additionally Resourced Provision. Working closely with class teachers, the SENCo, and other staff, your role will be essential in helping children reach their full potential—both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
• Assist in the development, delivery, and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Support teaching and learning activities across the curriculum
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Monitor and track pupil progress, feeding back to class teachers and the SENCo
• Adapt learning materials and resources to meet individual needs
• Promote and model inclusion, respect, and positive behaviour
• Supervising break or lunch duties to ensure the children are safe and secure when taking part in break times

Person Specification:

Qualifications and Training:

• Relevant qualifications or training related to SEND support
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Experience:

• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally in a primary school setting

Skills and Knowledge:

• Good understanding of SEND and appropriate support strategies
• Ability to form strong, respectful relationships with children and adults
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Personal Qualities:

• Empathetic, hard-working, patient, and resilient
• Committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children
• A positive team player who is adaptable and proactive

If you are the SEN Learning Support Assistant we have been looking for, then apply today. Shortlisted Teachers will be contacted within 24 hours.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.