SEND Learning Support Assistant 1:1 Role (18.75 hours) in Brent Knoll

SEND Learning Support Assistant 1:1 Role (18.75 hours) in Brent Knoll

Brent Knoll Full-Time On-site
Burnham-On-Sea group

SEND Learning Support Assistant 1:1 Role

18.75 hours per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

Fixed term contract for as long as the child remains with us; hours may increase when the child starts full-timeeducation

Grade 15 point 3 £13.28 per hour. Term time only

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us at Brent Knoll Primary Pre-school. We are looking for a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide 1:1 support to a pupil in our pre-school with SEND and help them thrive in their learning journey.

Responsibilities

  • Support a specific pupil with their learning, development, and well-being
  • Assist in implementing Individual Learning Plans, working closely with the keyworker and pre-school manager and SENDCo to adapt learning activities
  • Encourage inclusion, independence, and positive engagement in theclassroom

Candidate Requirements

  • Experience of supporting children with additional needs, including SEND
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • A nurturing, patient and positive approach to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
  • Initiative, flexibility and the ability to adapt within a busy classroom environment
  • A clear understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to promoting the welfare of all children
  • A commitment to upholding and promoting the values and ethos of the school & Trust

Benefits

  • Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
  • Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
  • A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM Wellness who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
  • Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Closing Date: 16th October 2026

Interview Date: 21st October 2026

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Burnham-On-Sea group

Contact Details:

Burnham-On-Sea group Recruitment Team