SEND Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) - Coley Primary School

Coley Primary School; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Coley Primary School is seeking a caring SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs. You will work 28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm, during term time only and on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027.

Join a school that values belonging, respect and curiosity, and supports emotional wellbeing and inclusive learning. Training and development opportunities are provided to help you grow in role.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a pupil with additional needs (SEND) is desirable.
• Ability to work one-to-one with a child and support learning throughout the day.
• Able to build positive relationships and work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs across the school day.
• Support access to learning and participation, promoting belonging and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the Class Teacher and SENCO to monitor progress and adapt activities.

Skills

SEND experience

Childcare

Teamwork

Job description

28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm - Term time only (excluding INSET days) - Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027At Coley Primary School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported to reach their full potential. We are looking for a caring and committed SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs.

This rewarding role involves supporting a child throughout the school day; helping them access learning, develop confidence, build positive relationships and feel a genuine sense of belonging within our school community.

Working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO, you will use our relational and therapeutic approach to support the child's emotional wellbeing, learning and personal development.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is warm, patient, calm and nurturing
• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEND
• Can build positive and trusting relationships
• Supports inclusion and believes every child can succeed
• Works well as part of a team
• Is resilient, reflective and willing to learn
• Shares our commitment to helping children feel safe, understood and successful

Living Our Coley Values

• Belonging - helping every child feel included and valued
• Respect - treating every child with dignity and understanding
• Honesty - communicating openly and building trust
• Curiosity - noticing and responding thoughtfully to children's needs
• Courage - providing steady support through challenges
• Pride - celebrating growth and achievement every day

Why Join Coley?

• Join a supportive and friendly staff team
• Work in a school that values relationships and emotional wellbeing
• Receive training and development opportunities
• Make a genuine difference to a child's life every day
• Be part of an inclusive school community where every child matters