Teaching Assistant

Vision For Education Ltd.; Telford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision For Education Ltd. in Telford is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a SEND school for a November 2026 start. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to primary pupils, helping them engage with learning and build confidence.

Working with teachers and therapists, you will promote communication, independence, and emotional development in a calm, inclusive environment where every pupil can flourish. DBS, Right to Work in the UK, and references are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with SEND or communication difficulties.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively and build strong relationships.
• References, DBS check, and Right to Work in the UK evidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils engage with their learning.
• Promote communication skills, independence, and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to tailor learning activities.
• Contribute to a calm, safe, and inclusive environment where all pupils can flourish.

Skills

Patient

Proactive

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEND) – Full Time | November 2026 Start
Telford
£462.80–£475 per week
Monday–Friday

Are you passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed?

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming SEND school in Telford. This fulfilling role involves supporting primary-aged pupils with moderate to complex learning needs and communication challenges, helping them build confidence, achieve academically, and enjoy a positive school experience.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils engage with their learning
• Promote communication skills, independence, and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to tailor learning activities
• Contribute to a calm, safe, and inclusive environment where all pupils can flourish

About the School

• A nurturing and creative setting supporting pupils with a broad range of additional needs, including moderate to complex learning difficulties and communication needs
• A supportive and experienced team that values teamwork and shared expertise
• A well-equipped campus with convenient public transport links

About You

• Patient, proactive, and genuinely committed to supporting children with SEND
• Experience working with pupils with additional needs or communication difficulties
• Confident managing behaviour positively and building strong, trusting relationships
• Able to provide references, hold a valid DBS, and demonstrate Right to Work in the UK

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.