SGS The Pegasus School Learning Support Assistant

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Discounted shopping

LGPS/TPS pensions

Health & wellbeing resources

Job summary

SGS Pegasus School in Bristol is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEND, including those with autism. You will work 1:1, in small groups and alongside teachers to help pupils access the curriculum, foster independence and maximise achievement.

We offer a comprehensive induction, ongoing training and a supportive team. This is a full-time role (37 hours/week), term-time only, with a salary of £26,427–£28,153 per year, pro rata to £22,933–£24,431 for

Qualifications

• Patient, adaptable and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting children or young people with autism and additional needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, nurturing and positive approach.
• Good behaviour management with a relational focus.
• Inclusive and personalised learning approaches.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• GCSEs including English and Maths.
• A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification.
• Experience supporting pupils working below age-related expectations.
• Experience working with vulnerable or at-risk children.
• Experience supporting intimate care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general support throughout the school.
• Take on 1:1 sessions and small groups, support whole classes.
• Support SEND pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Promote high standards of teaching and learning.
• Contribute to SGS Pegasus School vision, aims and objectives.
• Build positive relationships with young people.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Communication

Relationship-building

Behaviour management

Organisation

Empathy

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification

Job description

Discover the benefits of joining SGS Academy Trust

Join South Gloucestershire and Stroud Academy Trust and be part of educating the workforce of the future, whilst receiving training and development to support your transition into an exciting new career.

We're really keen to hear from enthusiastic, committed potential employees of the future. For our part, we will provide you with a rewarding career and the development and support you need to make this transition successful.

You will become part of the SGS family, which includes other schools within the Trust and SGS College.

Many valuable staff benefits. Including:

• Free Parking


• Discounted shopping benefits


• Excellent Pension Schemes: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for Corporate staff and Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) for academic staff


• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources via SGS College's occupational health portal.

What support is available to me?

You will be invited to attend our comprehensive induction programme and get up to date with all statutory and mandatory training. You will be entitled to a selection of training and development opportunities to support your professional and personal development.

Salary: £26,427 - £28,153 per annum, pro rata to £22,933 - £24,431 per annum for term time only working

Full time - 37 hours per week, 8:30am -16:30pm Monday- Thursday, 8:30am -16:00 Friday. Permanent

Interview date: 24thNovember 2026

Join a school where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive.

SGS Pegasus School is an innovative specialist school for children and young people with autism aged 4 - 19. We understand that every child is unique. Through personalised support and specialist teaching, we help young people build confidence, independence and a love of learning.

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team and make a genuine difference to the lives of our students every day.

This is far more than a classroom support role. Its an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, celebrate small wins that become big breakthroughs, and help young people feel safe, successful and understood.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant your role will involve you assisting with general support throughout the school. You will be taking on 1:1 sessions and small groups, as well as supporting whole classes. In general, you will be supporting SEND pupils through the academic, social and emotional elements of school life. You will be expected to promote and secure high standards of teaching and learning, whilst supporting pupil achievement and progression. You will need to actively contribute to SGS Pegasus School vision, aims and objectives.

This is a role which involves working very closely with Special Educational Needs students, individually and in groups, to enable them to take the fullest advantage of all that takes place at Pegasus School. You will take a proactive role in ensuring that students have full access to the curriculum, working closely with teachers and other supporting professionals to identify and meet student needs. You will be somebody who is able to build positive relationships with young people so that alongside their academic development, they are well-prepared for life beyond Pegasus School. You will help our students to work well as part of a team, with mutual respect; to understand their own rights and work for the rights of others, and to build the skills necessary for independent study. You should be prepared and have some knowledge of working with children from all age ranges from 4-19. All LSAs at Pegasus may be asked to support with intimate care.

We are looking for someone to support a KS 2/3 class and KS 3/4 class (Children are typically working at KS2).

What we’re looking for

We're seeking someone who is patient, adaptable and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND.

You will ideally have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism and additional needs


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• A calm, nurturing and positive approach


• Good behaviour management skills with a relational focus


• An understanding of inclusive and personalised learning approaches


• Good organisation and time management skills


• GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) including English and Maths


• A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification


• Experience supporting pupils working below age-related expectations


• Experience working with vulnerable or at-risk children


• Experience supporting intimate care


• Knowledge of partnership or community working

Why join SGS Pegasus?

At Pegasus, you'll become part of a warm, skilled and forward-thinking team that is deeply committed to helping young people flourish.

We offer:

• A genuinely inclusive and specialist setting


• Comprehensive induction and support


• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development


• The chance to work alongside experienced SEND professionals


• A warm and collaborative team culture


• Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day


• Our students are curious, resilient and full of potential. We are proud to create an environment where individuality is celebrated and every achievement matters.


• Access to health and wellbeing support services

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. They are curious, resilient and full of potential, and we are proud to provide a learning environment where individuality is celebrated and diversity is valued.

Safeguarding Statement

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will berequired to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlistedthe HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your 'name, education and employment', to demonstrate due diligence following 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.