SEND Learning Support Assistant

Wallace Fields Infant School; Epsom; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Epsom is seeking a qualified SEND Learning Support Assistant to join their team. This part-time role involves supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities throughout the school day, with hours from 08:45 to 15:15 during term time. The ideal candidate will be patient, flexible, and confident with children, focusing on their educational and social development. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Ability to provide tailored support for children needing behavioural assistance.
• Strong emphasis on the educational, social, and physical development of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the school.
• Assist with students’ educational, social, and physical development.
• Supervise children during lunchtime and support play activities.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Confidence with children

Resourcefulness

High expectations of learning and behaviour

Job description

* SEND Learning Support Assistant# SEND Learning Support AssistantEmployerLocation: Epsom, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £17,300 (Full Time Equivalent £24,131)Posted: 20th November 2025Start Date: To Be ConfirmedExpires: 1st January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1518763Job Reference: SENDLSAWFISStart Date: To Be Confirmed* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1518763* Share :**SEND Learning Support Assistant**Wallace Fields Infant School are seeking to recruit a permanent LSA to join their team who will focus on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).The role involves supporting teaching and learning across the school, with a strong emphasis on meeting the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Responsibilities include assisting with students’ educational, social, and physical development, providing tailored support for those with additional needs or requiring behavioural assistance, and ensuring they can fully access the curriculum and participate in school life.We're looking for an individual who is flexible, patient, caring and confident with children, as well as being resourceful with high expectations of learning and behaviour.The role is Monday to Friday 08:45 - 15:15, term time only + 5 Inset days a year.As part of the LSA role you will also work as a midday assistant which includes the supervision of children during lunchtime and supporting play activities.Wallace Fields Infant School is part of South Farnham Educational Trust which is a growing multi-academy trust currently consisting of eleven schools, and an associate member - St Mary's C of E (Aided) Infant School.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible and you are welcome to arrange a visit to meet the team.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Wallace Fields Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Equal Opportunities Policy StatementWallace Fields Infant School aims to select staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age or other protected characteristics.### Wallace Fields Infant School and NurseryPart of### South Farnham Educational Trust