Learning Support Assistant - Connect

Hempton Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS32 4AJ

Meets national minimum wage

Permanent

Full time

No

13/07/2026

SGS Pegasus School is an innovative specialist school for children and young people with autism aged 4-19. We help young people build confidence, independence and a love of learning. We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our Connect team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with autism and associated needs.

• Patient, nurturing and passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting children or young people with autism and associated needs.
• Experience working within an EYFS environment or EYFS approach to learning.
• Understanding of social inclusion and personalised learning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Effective behaviour management skills using relational approaches.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) across a range of subjects.
• A child-centred and empathetic approach.

• A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification.
• Experience supporting intimate care.
• Experience developing links within the wider community.
• Knowledge of partnership working.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

• Supporting pupils throughout the school day in class, small groups and 1:1 sessions.
• Helping children engage with learning through play-based and personalised approaches.
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Building warm, trusting and positive relationships with pupils.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and life skills.
• Supporting pupils during transitions, routines and enrichment activities.
• Promoting positive behaviour through relational approaches.
• Supporting pupils with personal and intimate care where required.
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

• A genuinely inclusive and specialist setting.
• Comprehensive induction and support.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• The chance to work alongside experienced SEND professionals.
• A warm and collaborative team culture.
• Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day.
• Access to health and wellbeing support services.

Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583–£27,254 per annum. Actual salary for term-time only working is £22,201–£23,651 per annum (pay award pending). Plus, generous pension and sick pay scheme.

Working hours:

37 hours per week;
Monday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm;
Thursday and Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Permanent, term-time only.