SEND Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School is advertising a permanent, part-time Learning Support Assistant role. The position is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch and a lunchtime duty. You will provide 1:1 SEND support and assist with general Class LSA duties across the primary range, with pupils including those with ASC and developmental delay.

A safeguarding DBS check is required. The start date is January 2027 or sooner.

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom environment.
• Experience with pupils with ASC and developmental delay desirable.
• Knowledge of Attention Autism and Phonics desirable.
• An enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND support as timetabled.
• Assist with general Class LSA duties across the primary range.
• Support teachers in differentiating a curriculum and developing self-esteem.

Skills

SEND support

Patience

Empathy

Nurturing approach

Job description

Contract: This is a permanent position.

Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School currently has a vacancy for a part-time LSA for 32.5 hours a week. The successful candidate will be timetabled to work both as a 1:1 support with SEND pupils and some Class LSA work across the primary range. Experience of the classroom environment, working with pupils with an ASC diagnosis, developmental delay and knowledge of Attention Autism and Phonics would be desirable. Training and support will be provided as appropriate.

You will be joining a friendly, open, welcoming team working within the school. We are looking for someone with a passion for setting high expectations and aspirations for all children and especially those with SEND. Experience of supporting class teachers in differentiating a curriculum to support children’s needs and an understanding of approaches to develop self-esteem is important. Patience, empathy and a nurturing approach along with the ability to think on your feet and be flexible are all characteristics which will come naturally to you.

The role is for 32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30 pm with a half an hour unpaid lunch break. Part of your role will also be a ½ hour lunchtime duty.

Applications close: Tuesday 3rd November at 10.00am

This position is to start January 2027 or sooner if possible.

Safeguarding Statement

Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

Approx. £18,448.20 to £19,648.72 per annum