SEND Learning Support Assistant: Inspire Student Growth

Tsat As; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Paignton Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated SEND team and support students across Borough Road and Waterleat Road sites. You will assist pupils with diverse needs in class and through targeted activities, helping them engage with learning and build independence.

You will work closely with teachers, support staff and pastoral colleagues to monitor progress and wellbeing, fostering a safe, inclusive classroom where every student can thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people is desirable.
• Patient, empathetic and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised, reliable and able to use initiative.
• Flexible and willing to work across the Academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to individual students and small groups
• Support students to access the curriculum and engage positively in lessons
• Assist with planned learning activities and targeted interventions
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
• Support students' academic, social and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with teaching, SEND and pastoral colleagues
• Monitor students' progress and wellbeing, sharing relevant information with colleagues
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organised

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

Paignton Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated SEND team and support students across Borough Road and Waterleat Road sites. You will assist pupils with diverse needs in class and through targeted activities, helping them engage with learning and build independence.

You will work closely with teachers, support staff and pastoral colleagues to monitor progress and wellbeing, fostering a safe, inclusive classroom where every student can thrive.