SEND - Learning Support Assistant

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PAYE contract

Training & Support

Dedicated support

Fair pay policy

Additional support services

Job summary

Elementa Support Services Ltd is seeking SEND Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in Bath and North East Somerset across multiple schools.

You will provide one-to-one or small group support, help learners access activities, and assist with EHCPs within a caring educational environment. This is a temporary/short-term opportunity with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patient and adaptable approach, safeguarding responsibilities are essential.
• Previous experience in a school is desirable but not essential.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication, and social needs.
• Support EHCPs and promote inclusive learning environments.
• Work with teachers to create nurturing classroom settings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Location: Bath & North East Somerset

Pay: £90–£110 per day (dependent on experience)

Type: Short Term, Temporary, Fixed Term, Temp - Perm and Permanent Opportunities Available

Hours: Full-time / Part-time

Start Date: TBC

SEND Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as SEND Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) in schools across Bath and North East Somerset. This is a general recruitment advert for candidates who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential.

This role is ideal for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, Support Workers, Care Workers, or individuals with transferable experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults who are looking to build a rewarding career within education.

Responsibilities: As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning and participate fully in school life. Responsibilities may include providing one-to‑one or small group support, assisting pupils with additional learning, communication, social, emotional or physical needs, implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), supporting positive behaviour, and working closely with teachers and other professionals to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications & Skills: The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a patient and adaptable approach, and a genuine commitment to promoting the wellbeing, independence and progress of every pupil. You will be confident building positive relationships with children, staff and families, while maintaining a calm, professional approach in a range of classroom settings. An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities is essential.

Previous experience working within a school is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from individuals with relevant transferable skills and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

If you are compassionate, dependable and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a variety of supportive schools across Bath and North East Somerset, helping pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Benefits

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract – unless specifically requested otherwise, all candidates are paid via PAYE, providing the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer–employee relationship
• Training & Support – access to a wide range of free or heavily discounted training, including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, SEND awareness, Makaton, Thrive, and more
• Dedicated support – regular welfare contact and guidance from a dedicated candidate manager
• Fair pay policy – candidates are paid to scale; where variation applies, written agreement will be provided in advance
• Additional support services – access to trusted partner services, including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more