Learning Support Assistant SEND 1:1

Make a positive difference in children's lives

Are you looking for a rewarding learning support assistant job in Weston-super-Mare? Do you have experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?

Hours: 32 hours and 30 minutes a week, term time only

Contract: fixed-term until 31 August 2027, contract extension potential subject to funding

Interview: 14 October 2026

Locking Primary School is seeking a caring, motivated, and dedicated learning support assistant to join our inclusive and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about education and helping children achieve their full potential in a nurturing primary school environment.

Join our team and help every child thrive, achieve, and succeed.

As a SEND learning support assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Work with small intervention groups to enhance learning and development.
• Support children with autism, social communication difficulties, and SEND requirements.
• Implement and deliver the TEACCH approach and other personalised learning strategies.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families, and external professionals to ensure positive outcomes for children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children in a school, nursery, early years, or educational setting.
• Has experience supporting children with SEND.
• Is patient, compassionate, and committed to inclusive education.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Locking Primary School?

Locking Primary School is a welcoming village primary school where children are encouraged to become resilient, enthusiastic, and aspirational learners. We are committed to creating an environment where every child and every member of staff feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our dedicated team works together to foster a love of learning, celebrate individuality, and build a strong sense of community and belonging.

We offer an attractive benefits package including:

• Generous, above-average pension contributions.
• Five paid carer's days per year (pro rata).
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's educational journeys every day.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.