SEN Learning Support Assistant

Norton Canes Primary Academy is looking to appoint a Special Education Needs Learning Support Assistant. The Learning Support Assistant role is vital to the school and involves supporting children with a variety of needs including Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s). We are particularly interested in speaking to individuals who have a background in Speech and Language, ADHD, SEMH and Autism.

SEND Learning Support Assistants are an important valued member of the teaching team. As well as working directly with the children’s teacher, the LSA is encouraged to use his/her own initiative and skills to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for the children.

• At least one year’s experience working with SEND children in the primary age range
• Experience of working with children in a friendly, busy environment
• An understanding of children with SEN needs
• Level 2 qualification in play work/childcare
• Paediatric first aid qualification (desirable)
• Knowledge of child safeguarding procedures
• Sympathetic understanding of the emotional, social and intellectual needs of children with special educational needs
• Motivated to work with children with special educational needs and to inspire confidence in them

• Be calm, patient and have good listening skills
• Build effective relationships with students, parents and other staff
• Be reliable, trustworthy, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
• Relate in a firm and friendly way with a wide range of personalities
• Use initiative
• Willing to undertake direction and guidance
• Understand behaviour management strategies
• Work as part of a team

• Excellence & Development:
  We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive & Collaborative:
  Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
• Well‑being Focus:
  We promote a healthy work‑life balance and offer robust well‑being support for all staff.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
  We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
• Innovation & Impact:
  Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.
• Making a difference:
  Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development:
  Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly:
  We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
• Exclusive Discounts:
  Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well-being Support:
  Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.