SEND Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Ivy Chimneys is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. Your role will include providing tailored support, assisting with classroom activities, and promoting positive engagement. The ideal candidate must have experience in primary school settings, excellent communication skills, and a nurturing approach. This part-time position offers 32.5 hours per week with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have experience of working in primary schools.
• A nurturing approach to support children's needs is essential.
• Deep understanding of additional needs support is required.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and small groups.
• Help implement tailored support strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assist classroom preparation.
• Support pupils' social and emotional needs.

Skills

Experience of working within a primary school

Positive, nurturing manner

Understanding of supporting children with additional needs

Excellent communication skills

Working knowledge of sensory needs

Experience with social communication needs

Knowledge of language/communication skills development

Education

Maths and English at GCSE level with at least a grade C

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3837-391 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 18/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: as and when applications received

Hours/weeks:32.5 hours per week/38.4 weeks

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly team. The successful candidate must have a depth of knowledge and experience supporting SEND as well as the ability to work well as part of a team.

Duties will include:

• Support individual pupils and small groups with learning activities
• Help implement tailored support strategies and interventions
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff
• Assist with classroom preparation and resources
• Support pupils' social, emotional and pastoral needs where required
• Understanding of children's personal needs, including social, health and hygiene
• Providing intervention support
• Recording progress of pupils against interventions
• Reviewing Personal learning plans including behaviour plans
• Working alongside the Class Teacher to write and implement Personal Learning Plans with support from the SENCO
• Carrying out specific assessments as requested.

The ideal applicant MUST have:

• Experience of working within a primary school
• A positive, nurturing manner and approach
• Deep understanding of supporting children with additional needs
• Maths and English at GCSE level with at least a grade C
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Working knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with sensory needs
• Must have experience working with children who have social communication needs
• Working knowledge of how to support and develop language/communication skills

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please email [e-mail] or call 01992 572408 to make an appointment.

All applications will be considered as they are received. Interviews may take place before the closing date for applications.

Epping Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our School Community. It is expected that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer. This position is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance prior to appointment.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.