SEN Learning Support Assistant

SEN Learning Support Assistant

Location: Frome
Rate of Pay: £93–£115 per day
Start Date: Immediately – Ongoing

About the Role

Are you an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Frome ?

Connex Education is recruiting caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across mainstream primary schools in Frome and the surrounding areas .

We are proud to support schools within the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust , offering you the opportunity to work in welcoming, inclusive, and supportive primary school environments.

We’re looking for candidates with previous SEN experience who have a strong understanding of additional needs and can provide tailored one-to-one and small group support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive in the classroom.

Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day supply, short-term or longer-term SEN Learning Support Assistant opportunities , we have placements available to suit your experience and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN and SEND .
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD and SEMH .
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to support individual learning needs.
• Adapt activities, resources and learning approaches to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, independence and confidence.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, teachers and wider school staff.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to monitoring pupils’ progress.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive rates of pay – £93–£115 per day .
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for today’s classroom.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle and career goals.
• Short-term, long-term and day-to-day SEN Learning Support Assistant opportunities.
• Opportunities to work within mainstream primary schools across the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust .
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications and interviews.
• GCA Approved Supplier.
• £200 referral bonus scheme.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience working as an SEN Learning Support Assistant or in a similar role is essential.
• Strong understanding of SEN, SEND and additional learning needs .
• Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs .
• Experience providing one-to-one and small group support.
• A patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Flexible, reliable and confident adapting to different primary school environments.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and diversity.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

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