Specific 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Job Title: Specific 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Salary : £17,686 - £18,006 pro rata per annum (FTE £24,510)

Hours: Term-time only (38 weeks), 30 hours per week, 08:45-15:30 (includes 45‑minutes unpaid breaks).

Contract: Temporary - attached to a child

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a Specific 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant to support a child in EYFS with special educational needs within a classroom setting. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs, flexible in their approach, and able to work effectively as part of a team. You will deliver a bespoke curriculum for the child, with guidance and support from the class teacher and SENDCo.

The Role (Purpose)

Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with special educational needs

Support the pupil— and others where appropriate— with their daily routine, learning, emotional regulation, behaviour, social interactions, and self‑care.

Build supportive, caring, secure, and trusting relationships with the pupil.

Under the guidance of the class teacher/SENDCo, implement appropriate programmes to support children with Special Educational Needs.

Promote pupil engagement and independence.

Work with external professionals to plan and deliver provision for pupils with high levels of need.

Communicate effectively with parents and carers.

Carry out personal care duties if required.

Undertake wider classroom duties as directed by the class teacher.

Provide lunchtime supervision in the dining hall and/or playground areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver personalised support inside and outside the classroom.

Support the pupil with learning, routines, social development, behaviour, and self-care.

Record, report, and monitor behaviour and learning progress.

Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCo, and external specialists.

Adhere to safeguarding (KCSIE), health and safety, and school policies.

Person Specification (Requirements):

Essential

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.

Previous experience working with children.

Ability to work on your own initiative.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.

Ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

A positive, flexible, team‑focused attitude.

A DBS on the update service or willingness to complete a new one.

Desirable / Highly Desirable

Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.

Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner qualification.

Recent school‑based references (within the last 2 years).

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly team.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

LGPS pension scheme.

2-week autumn half term break

On-site parking (subject to availability)

Viv-up scheme

School Wellbeing Programme

Apply:

Closing date for applications: 12 midday on Monday 2 November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 9 November 2026

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our School Office Team.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and therefore recommend that applications are submitted as early as possible.

Safeguarding Information

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.