SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Summary
We are an Islamic Independent school, seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to support children with special educational needs within our inclusive learning environment. As an SEN Learning Support Assistant at Apex Secondary School, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and additional learning needs. Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, parents and the school's safeguarding and leadership teams, you will help ensure that pupils are able to access the curriculum, make progress and develop confidence and independence.

The successful candidate will have a genuine commitment to inclusive education and supporting young people who may experience barriers to learning. You will be expected to provide targeted support, contribute to intervention programmes and help teachers adapt learning appropriately to meet individual pupil needs.

At Apex, we aim to develop pupils spiritually, academically and personally. The successful candidate will therefore contribute to a positive, nurturing and inclusive school environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their potential.

Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted learning support to pupils with special educational needs and additional learning needs.
• Work with classroom teachers to ensure appropriate support and reasonable adjustments are provided for pupils.
• Support pupils with a range of needs, which may include communication and interaction needs, cognition and learning difficulties, social and emotional needs, and other barriers to learning.
• Deliver individual and small-group interventions designed to improve pupils' literacy, numeracy, communication, organisation and study skills.
• Support pupils in developing independence, confidence and positive learning habits.
• Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities, resources and approaches to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of individual pupil support plans and recommendations from relevant professionals.
• Contribute to the identification of pupils who may require additional support and communicate concerns appropriately with the SEN and pastoral teams.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain appropriate records of interventions and support provided.
• Provide regular feedback to teachers and relevant members of the school's leadership team regarding pupil progress and barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with parents and carers to support pupils' educational and personal development.
• Liaise appropriately with external professionals and agencies where required, under the direction of the school's SEN leadership.
• Support pupils during lessons, examinations, assessments and other school activities where additional support is required.
• Encourage positive behaviour, resilience and engagement in learning in accordance with the school's behaviour and inclusion policies.
• Contribute to the school's wider pastoral and personal development provision.
• Undertake form tutoring or other pastoral responsibilities where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all school policies relating to safeguarding, SEND, behaviour, data protection and pupil welfare.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school events and whole-school training.
• Undergo regular observations and participate actively in continuing professional development.

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking a compassionate, patient and committed SEN professional who is passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will be able to build positive relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations and professional boundaries. They will have the ability to recognise individual needs, adapt their approach and provide structured support that enables pupils to become increasingly independent.

Experience working with pupils with SEND in a secondary school environment would be highly desirable. We would also welcome applications from experienced teaching assistants, learning support practitioners and other education professionals who have demonstrated experience supporting young people with additional needs.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with colleagues and contribute positively to the ethos and development of Apex Secondary School.

Requirements:

• Relevant degree-level qualification or appropriate professional qualification (Desired)
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (Essential)
• Experience working in a school or educational setting (Essential)
• Knowledge and understanding of SEND and inclusive educational practice (Essential)
• Ability to support pupils with a range of learning and additional needs (Essential)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils (Essential)
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents and other professionals (Essential)
• Experience delivering individual or small-group interventions (Desired)
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs or individual support plans (Desired)
• Experience working in a secondary school environment (Desired)
• Experience working in an Islamic school (Desired)
• Relevant SEND qualifications or training (Desired)
• A calm, patient and solution-focused approach (Essential)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records (Essential)

Equality and Safer Recruitment:

Apex Secondary School is committed to equality of opportunity and complies with the Equality Act 2010. Recruitment decisions are based on suitability, qualifications, skills and experience, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, identity and qualification checks, employment history verification and an appropriate DBS check. All staff are expected to uphold the school's safeguarding and child protection requirements.

£26k pro rata | /Part-Time

Apex Secondary School is seeking a compassionate and committed SEN Teacher / Learning Support Teacher to support pupils aged 11–16.

The role focuses on SEND support, targeted interventions and inclusive learning, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

We are looking for:

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Knowledge of SEND and inclusive education
• Experience working with pupils aged 11–16
• Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver individual and small-group interventions
• Calm, patient and solution-focused approach
• Relevant SEND qualification/training desirable
• Experience in an Islamic school desirable

Why Apex?

• £26k pro rata
• Professional development and SEND training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Apex Family Perks
• Opportunity to develop specialist SEND expertise
• Opportunity to shape a growing and inclusive school community

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £26,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person