Learning Support Assistant SEN

Learning Support Assistant with SEN Experience

Job . ECC | Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range:
Scale 3 Point 6

Position

Start Date:

Immediate | Contract Type:
Part-time | Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 10/07/2026 | Midday

Braiswick Primary School are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant with SEN experience, for example working with children with a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD and/or communication difficulties.

You will be highly motivated and invested in moving a child's learning forward through your support.

We are a two-form entry primary school with happy, self-motivated children, supportive parents, and a creative and dynamic staff team. We ensure that staff and parents work together to support the development of all children, both academically and socially and emotionally.

You should have a solid understanding of collaborative working with teachers, external professionals, and the school SENco, and be able to follow personalised planning and provide evidence to support EHCP applications.

• Provide support to children with SEN, including those with ASD, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, external professionals, and the school SENco.
• Support the implementation of personalised learning plans.
• Assist with evidence gathering to support EHCP applications.

• Team player and able to use own initiative.
• Patient, tolerant and understanding.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.

• An enhanced DBS check will be required.
• References, including one from the most recent employer, will be required.
• The school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online to identify issues that call into question the applicant's suitability to work with children and to verify employment history.

Braiswick Primary is the third school of the Learning Pathways Academy Trust which also includes Lyons Hall Primary in Braintree and White Hall Academy in Clacton-On-Sea. Our school, along with the other schools in the Trust, aims to inspire our children to achieve well, have very high aspirations, and to be valuable, well-rounded and happy members of their community.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.