SEN Learning Support Assistant - Riverbank Academy

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverbank Academy seeks a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to support teaching staff in providing educational support to learners. The role involves assisting with lesson planning and delivery, evaluating student progress, and ensuring pastoral support for students. This position offers opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Training available

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in class supervision and assisting with lesson provision.
• Ability to work in tandem with teaching staff.
• Understanding of students' needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons.
• Support pupils both individually and in groups.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Good written communication

Good verbal communication

Empathy

Education

Minimum of 2 GCSEs at C (4/5) grade or above

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

What is the job role?

Riverbank Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a SEN Learning Support Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.

Job overview

You'll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You'll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students' learning needs are being met.

Work Pattern

32 hours per week or 37 hours per week

39 weeks term time only

Who are we looking for?

The right candidate will have:

A minimum of 2 GCSEs or equivalent at C (4/5) grade or above, including English and Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes

Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff

Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

Why join us?

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant within Riverbank Academy, you'll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

To apply please use the below link: https://www.eteach.com/careers/riverbankacademy/job/sen-learning-support-assistant-1476792

Any queries should be sent to [e-mail]

Closing date: 11 th July 2025 at 12.00pm

Interview date: Interviews upon application

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.