SEN Learning Support Assistant (Afternoons)

Kingswood Primary School is looking to appoint an SEN Learning Support Assistant to work one to one with a child with additional learning needs. This is a temporary role that is initially expected to end on 18 December 2026, however, the role may be extended subject to external funding and the child remaining at the school. We are committed to all our children achieving their full potential across the expanding range of opportunities we offer them. We would like to recruit an individual who will contribute to this ethos and will be proactive in moving our school forward. The successful candidate will: have a good level of general educational qualifications have an interest in special educational needs have an understanding of learning and be able to contribute to assessment and planning have high expectations, together with caring attitude and flexibility know how to provide the children with a safe and secure environment In addition you will: have lots of energy and patience demonstrate good communication skills have a positive, hardworking attitude be able to work effectively within a committed team of TAs and Teachers be committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity In return, we can offer: an enthusiastic, dedicated and friendly staff team positive and supportive parents opportunities for professional growth membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme access to an Employee Support Service providing access to a wide range of health and wellbeing support initiatives Interested candidates are warmly invited to contact the Kingswood Primary School Headteacher if you would like to discuss the role in more depth. This is a part time term time role working Monday to Friday from 12.15pm to 3.20pm , 15.4 hours per week over 38 weeks per annum. The pro rata annual starting salary is £8,724 (£24,330 FTE). The closing date for applications is Monday 6 July 2026 at 9am , however, please be advised applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. Kingswood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS and relevant safeguarding checks. We value diversity and believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector. If you require any reasonable