SEND Learning Support Assistant — 1:1 Support & Growth

Academics; Grays; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work in a Brilliant Primary School in Grays, supporting children with SEND on a 1:1 and small-group basis. The role requires patience, resilience and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle with emotions.

You will contribute to calm, structured support that values boundaries alongside warmth and empathy, helping children access learning and grow in confidence.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting children with SEND and/or challenging behaviour.
• Is patient, calm and emotionally resilient.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils who may struggle to regulate their emotions.
• Understands that behaviour is communication.
• Can provide consistent boundaries alongside warmth and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners.
• Support children with SEND to access learning and complete activities.
• Build positive relationships and manage behaviour in a nurturing way.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Job description

Academics is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work in a Brilliant Primary School in Grays, supporting children with SEND on a 1:1 and small-group basis. The role requires patience, resilience and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle with emotions.

You will contribute to calm, structured support that values boundaries alongside warmth and empathy, helping children access learning and grow in confidence.