Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant with Lunchtime Duties

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant

to join our inclusive and supportive team. This role involves supporting

pupils’ learning, including those with Special Educational Needs and

Disabilities (SEND), alongside supervising and engaging pupils during

lunchtimes.

About the Role

You will:

Support pupils individually

and in small groups within the classroom and intervention settings.

Enable pupils to access

learning, develop independence, and maintain positive behaviour.

Work under the direction of

the class teacher and SENCO to deliver targeted support and interventions.

Monitor and provide feedback

on pupil progress and engagement.

Support pupils’ personal,

medical, and care needs where required.

Contribute to a safe,

inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.

Lunchtime Duties:

Supervise pupils, ensuring

safety and positive behaviour.

Lead and support play

activities, promoting inclusion and social interaction.

What We Are Looking For

Essential

GCSE (or equivalent) in

English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above).

Experience of working with

children in an educational or similar setting.

Experience supporting pupils

with a range of needs, including SEND.

Understanding of

safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Ability to build positive

relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

Good communication,

organisation, and teamwork skills.

Ability to support learning

and manage behaviour effectively.

Commitment to inclusion,

safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing.

Desirable

Level 2 or 3 Teaching

Assistant qualification (or equivalent).

Experience delivering

interventions (e.g. literacy or numeracy).

Training or experience in

supporting additional needs (e.g. ASD, SEMH, speech and language).

First Aid training.

Experience supporting

personal or medical care needs.