Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a calm, compassionate, and committed Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a primary‑aged pupil at our inclusive and nurturing school in Torbay. The pupil requires consistent, personalised support to help with communication challenges and emotional regulation, both in and out of the classroom.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact by helping a young learner feel secure, understood, and confident in their learning environment.

• Provide 1:1 support tailored to the pupil’s communication and emotional needs throughout the school day.
• Build a trusting, positive relationship to encourage engagement, resilience, and self‑esteem.
• Use visual aids, simplified language, or alternative communication strategies where appropriate.
• Help the pupil understand and manage emotions, transitions, and changes to routine.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and external professionals to deliver consistent support.
• Monitor progress and behaviours, contributing to reviews and support planning.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.

• Experience working with children with additional needs, particularly around communication or SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health).
• A patient and empathetic approach to behaviour and learning support.
• Good communication and team working skills.
• A commitment to supporting the wellbeing and inclusion of every child.

• If you do not have a Non‑Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, a new DBS will be processed at a cost of £62.70; this cost will be refunded after 20 days of work.
• The role is term time only, starting ASAP until July
  22, with a re‑start from September onward.

• Free specialised training in Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
• Support and mentoring while working.
• Friend referral bonus scheme.

• Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; pay rate is illustrative and includes holiday pay.

• Successful applicants will be required to undergo reference checks, TRA checks, and a DBS check, and an interview will also be conducted.

• We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates.

For further information, please contact the recruiter.