SEND Support Assistant: Empowering Learners in Groups

Westfield Primary School; Mayford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Professional development

Supportive staff

Job summary

Westfield Primary School in Mayford is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team. You will work with the Inclusion Leader, teachers and other assistants to help pupils with additional needs in the SEND room.

Responsibilities include delivering small-group interventions, supporting 1:1 and group tasks, adapting materials, monitoring progress and safeguarding at all times. A calm, patient approach and good teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for working with children with SEND.
• Patience, adaptability and calm communication.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Strong teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Good sense of humour.
• GCSE Maths/English at grade C/4, or willingness to undertake this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored small-group interventions and targeted learning support.
• Assist individual pupils 1:1 or within small groups to help them access their learning.
• Help adapt learning materials and activities to match the unique needs of pupils (including ASC, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties).
• Monitor pupil progress, record observations and feed back to teachers.
• Foster a safe, supportive and engaging environment that builds pupil confidence and independence.
• Undertake playground duties.
• Understand that safeguarding is paramount.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Independent worker

Education

GCSE Maths/English (Grade C/4)

Willing to pursue qualification

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Westfield Primary School in Mayford is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team. You will work with the Inclusion Leader, teachers and other assistants to help pupils with additional needs in the SEND room.

Responsibilities include delivering small-group interventions, supporting 1:1 and group tasks, adapting materials, monitoring progress and safeguarding at all times. A calm, patient approach and good teamwork are essential.