SEN Learning Support Assistant

Overview

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant, Grade 5 (£25,191 - £25,590 pro rata contact for actual expected salary).

Contract:

Temporary until July 2026. Flexible part‑time hours available at mutual agreement between school and candidate.

• Support and encourage children with special educational needs in all aspects of school life.
• Work alongside the class teacher, providing support for teaching and learning opportunities for a child with individual needs, including communication and interaction.
• Work independently and as part of a committed and supportive team, handling both rewarding and challenging situations.

We are looking for someone with experience working positively with children in a pre‑school setting, transferable skills, and the ability to support and encourage children with SEN.

• Polite and friendly children who work hard.
• Dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team.
• Parents and carers who are overwhelmingly supportive of the school.
• A positive working environment where pupils feel happy and safe and behave well.
• Strong and knowledgeable Leadership and trustee board.
• Staff and pupil iPads to support teaching and learning.

Kirby Muxloe Primary School (a single academy trust) has a kind and caring ethos where adults and children work together to create an inclusive and supportive environment.

In January 2022, we were rated as a ‘good school’ by OFSTED. Strengths observed include high expectations for all pupils, respectful behaviour, positive staff morale, and training opportunities.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.