SEN Learning Support Assistant

Position: 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant (Contract)
A welcoming primary school in the GL12 area is seeking a full-time 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs including ASD, ADHD and behavioural needs.

This role is available immediately and will run until May half term, with the potential to extend for the right candidate.

About the School

This is a small, friendly primary school set in a beautiful rural location, where staff work closely together to create a calm, supportive learning environment. The school has a strong community feel and places real importance on helping children grow in confidence, resilience and kindness, alongside their academic learning.

Because of the rural location, a car driver is essential for this role.

The Role

You will be working 1:1 with a pupil, supporting them throughout the school day to help them feel settled, engaged and ready to learn.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing individual support in the classroom

Helping the pupil stay focused and engaged in lessons

Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour

Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

Building a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs

Is calm, patient and consistent

Builds strong relationships with pupils and staff

Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Can commit to full-time work until at least May half term

Drives and has access to a car due to the school’s rural location

What You’ll Gain

Experience working in a supportive and welcoming school

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child’s learning and wellbeing

A role that could extend beyond May half term

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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