We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our specialist SEN school in WF4. The successful candidate will support pupils aged 7-16 with a range of Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will work closely with teaching staff to create a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment where every pupil can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
Support pupils in managing emotions and behaviours positively.
Assist with classroom activities and tailored learning plans.
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
Promote independence, confidence and personal development.
Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people.
A calm, patient and resilient approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Experience within SEN, SEMH, education, care or youth work is desirable.
If you are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people, we would love 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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