SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

CPD training

Consultant support

Rewarding environment

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support children with additional needs in a specialist SEN setting in Bristol BS16.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, helping with activities and personal development, and fostering confidence and social skills. You will work closely with teachers to ensure inclusive learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching assistant or learning support roles preferred.
• DBS check/safeguarding training is advantageous or required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Assisting students with learning activities and personal development.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive social interactions.
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, communication needs, and other SEN.
• Collaborating with teachers and other professionals to provide effective support.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Relationship building

Patience

Resilience

Communication with students

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

BS16, Bristol Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive in education? We're looking for caring, resilient, and enthusiastic individuals to join a specialist SEN setting in BS16, supporting children and young people with a range of special educational needs.

Whether your background is in education, care, youth work, sports coaching, healthcare, or support work, we want to hear from you!

The Role

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Assisting students with learning activities and personal development.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive social interactions.
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, communication needs, and other additional learning needs.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to provide the best possible support.

Ideal Backgrounds

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support roles
• Care and Support Work
• Residential Childcare
• Youth Work
• Nursery and Early Years Settings
• Sports Coaching
• Mental Health Support
• Healthcare Assistant roles
• Psychology or Education Graduates
• Supporting vulnerable adults or young people

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

Patient, compassionate, and nurturing

Reliable and proactive

Able to build strong relationships with children

Passionate about helping young people succeed

Experienced working with children or vulnerable individuals (preferred but not essential)

What We Offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your consultant.
• The chance to make a genuine difference in a rewarding school environment.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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