SEND Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small-Group Learning

Tradewind Recruitment; Irchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Career progression

SEND training

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Wellingborough to recruit a Learning Support Assistant - SEND for a full-time permanent role starting September 2026. You will work closely with teachers, SENDCO and staff to provide personalised 1:1 and group support to pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence and independence.

The ideal candidate will be caring, patient and resilient, with strong communication skills and the ability to

Qualifications

• Experience in primary education or SEND is advantageous.
• Patience, empathy and resilience in working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Help children access the primary curriculum and participate in classroom activities.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Reinforce key skills through targeted activities and interventions.
• Support reading, writing, numeracy, communication and social development.
• Encourage confidence and independent learning.
• Assist with emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Follow individual support plans and school strategies.
• Assist with transitions, routines, and changes throughout the day.
• Build positive relationships with children and collaborate with teachers, SENDCO, parents and staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Wellingborough to recruit a Learning Support Assistant - SEND for a full-time permanent role starting September 2026. You will work closely with teachers, SENDCO and staff to provide personalised 1:1 and group support to pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence and independence.

The ideal candidate will be caring, patient and resilient, with strong communication skills and the ability to