Learning Support Assistant; in KS2

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and helpful Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 teaching and learning support for a pupil in Key Stage 2 and to join our well established and successful school.

The successful candidate will be a confident, motivated and a caring professional, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with parents, pupils and colleagues. Knowledge and understanding of how to support children with neurodiversity (e.g. ASC and ADHD) is desirable.

Learning Support Assistant

KS2 SENCO

Term-Time only

8:00am - 4:30pm

Orchard House School, Newton Grove

According to experience and qualifications

February 2026

• To provide teaching and learning support for a Form 3 pupil with ADHD and traits of Autism, both one-to-one and in small groups, under the direction of teaching staff.
• To be responsible for implementing support interventions and strategies within the child's Individual Education Plan.
• To facilitate the social development of the child by modelling and supporting positive social interactions and play.
• To support the pupil to manage sensory input and self-regulate in the classroom environment.
• To contribute to the promotion and development of an integrated, inclusive education that offers high quality experiences for pupils with speech and language, sensory and physical needs.

• Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the SENDCo and teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils' individual targets.
• Work closely and build a relationship with the child, their family and other professionals to develop a thorough understanding of the child's individual needs.
• Support the teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress/activities.
• Provide feedback to pupils under the guidance of the teacher.
• Create and differentiate supportive learning materials under the direction of the teacher.
• Support the child in building and maintaining relationships with peers to support social and emotional well-being, feeding back to the teacher as appropriate.
• Use a range of methods to help the child understand what is required in the classroom to develop both independent and group learning.
• Help the child to access and engage with the whole class teaching and learning.
• Liaise with outside agencies (such as Speech and Language and Occupational Therapists), with the support of the SENDCO, and implement suggested strategies in class.
• Disseminate information provided by specialist teachers and outside agencies, to other teaching staff, supported by the SENDCO, as appropriate.
• Ensure that all members of staff are familiar with the child's needs and most effective support strategies within the classroom.
• Attend to pupils' personal needs, including social, health, hygiene, first-aid and welfare matters.
• Monitor and evaluate pupils' progress and maintain pupil records.
• Use specialist knowledge or experience to support pupils' learning.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of individual education plans.
• Assist the class teacher in managing the classroom environment to enable the child to fully access the curriculum.
• Identify and implement strategies to encourage independence across all areas of school life.
• Support the child on school trips and outings.
• Attend meetings in school and with other professionals as necessary.
• Offer support and regular feedback to the family.
• Fulfill a range of administrative and other duties associated with the post, e.g. record keeping.

• Has experience of working with children with SEND as a Learning Support Assistant or similar.
• Has knowledge of a range of different special education needs, especially ADHD and Autism.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding practices and a commitment to ensuring best outcomes for all children.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Calm, patient and empathetic.
• Creative and imaginative in their approach.
• Organised with good administration skills.

Please complete the application form and send it to  by Sunday 1 February. The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

Orchard House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre‑employment screening.