SEND Learning Support Assistant

Description:

Full Time SEND Learning Support Assistant - SEND Support in Gloucester

We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent) to work across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, delivering targeted interventions and personalised support for pupils with a range of additional needs.

You will play a vital role in helping children with ADHD, SEMH, communication needs, cognition and learning difficulties, and physical or sensory needs to thrive. Through tailored interventions, 1:1 support and structured EHCP provision, you will help pupils develop confidence, independence, emotional regulation and academic success.

Working closely with teachers, the SENDCo and wider SEND team, you will:

Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions linked to EHCP outcomes
Support pupils with ADHD, SEMH and attention needs
Lead phonics, reading and literacy interventions
Provide structured support for writing and learning development
Support emotional regulation, independence and engagement
Implement strategies to meet cognition, sensory and physical needs
Monitor progress and adapt provision to maximise impact

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

Patient, calm and resilient
Skilled in delivering effective interventions
Confident supporting pupils with ADHD and SEMH needs
Able to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
Organised, proactive and adaptable
Committed to high expectations and inclusive practice

This role is ideal for someone who believes every child can succeed and understands the power of targeted, consistent support in helping pupils reach their full potential.

Essential requirements:

Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.

Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).

Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one*

*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more

• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days

• Recommending a friend bonus scheme

• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Bella at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

Contact Bella on (phone number removed) / (url removed)