1:1 Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

We are looking for a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) at a welcoming school in Bradley Stoke.

This role will involve helping the pupil access learning, supporting their social and emotional development, and working closely with class teachers and the school's SEN team to ensure they can thrive in the classroom.

The role

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Assisting the child with learning activities and classroom routines
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Building a trusting, consistent relationship with the pupil
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and parents where appropriate

What we're looking for

Previous experience supporting children with SEN, particularly in a 1:1 capacity, is preferred.

Formal qualifications are not required, but applicants should have:

• Experience working with children with additional needs
• A patient, calm, and supportive approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive relationships and maintain clear boundaries

Experience in schools, care settings, youth work, or similar support roles would be beneficial.

Essential compliance requirements

All applicants must have:

• An enhanced child-only DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Two years of reference history covering employment, education, or other relevant experience
• The right to work in the UK

What we offer

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
• Access to free online CPD and training opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to develop your experience within SEN education

If you have experience supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive primary school environment, we'd like to hear from you.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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