SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

SEN Learning Support Assistant

LG Scale 4 (Point 7-8)

27.5 hours per week (Term time only)

Actual annual salary within the range £16,409 to £16,671, dependent on experience.

We are seeking an experienced, empathetic Learning Support Assistant to work within our SEND hub within school, supporting children with complex additional needs (primarily in EYFS and KS1), to help them make progress, develop independence and confidence, and helping them to thrive and achieve their best.

You will work under the direction of our Inclusion Manager/SENCO and class teachers and be able to assist with the implementation, development and evaluation of One Plans / EHCPs. You will play a key role in delivering support within our area specifically designed to cater for individual programs and to support children's academic, social and emotional development.

The successful candidate will:

· Be patient, calm, and adaptable

· Have experience of supporting children with SEND within the primary school age range

· Have experience of working with EYFS children

· Proven ability to implement emotional regulation strategies

· Experience of working with non-verbal children and those with autism

· Minimum qualifications of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths are essential and a SEND qualification is preferable.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please call Sarah Mark to arrange a visit.

To apply for this post, and request an application form, please contact Sarah Mark, HR Officer on 01268 743445 or email sarahmark@grovewood.essex.sch.uk, or visit our website https://www.grovewoodprimary.co.uk/our-school/vacancies

Grove Wood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, medical check and satisfactory references.

We are a TPP (Trauma Perceptive Practice) School

Closing Date: Noon Thursday 20th November 2025

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.