Learning Support Assistant SEND 1:1

## Learning Support Assistant SEND 1:1###* Job openings* Learning Support Assistant SEND 1:1Fast Apply# Learning Support Assistant SEND 1:1Employer: Locking Primary SchoolLocation: Weston-super-Mare, SomersetContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full Time, Part Time, Term TimeContract Length: 11 monthsSalary: £20,300.10 - £22,331.12Posted: 22nd July 2026Expires: 2nd September :59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: * Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Learning Support Assistant – Locking Primary School, Weston‐super‐Mare**Contract: 32 hours and 30 minutes per week, term‐time only, fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027Interview date: 11 September 2026**Make a real difference in education**Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward‐thinking, inclusive primary school dedicated to helping every child thrive. If you have previous experience working with autistic children and or/those with social communication barriers, we would love to hear from you.**About the Role*** Provide support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) 1:1 and with small groups* Support pupils across all year groups, delivering the TEACHH approachAbout You* You will have previous experience delivering speech and language/physiotherapy/occupational therapy programmes* You will have previous experience working with children with complex, additional needs.* It would be advantageous to be qualified to level 3 in early years or equivalent but it is not essential.**Why Join Locking Primary School?**Become part of a welcoming village school community where every child is encouraged to be resilient, enthusiastic, and aspirational. We focus on nurturing the whole child, fostering a love of learning, and building a strong sense of belonging. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together.**What We Offer:*** Above‐average pension contributions* Five paid carer’s days (pro rata)* A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing* Supportive leadership and clear professional development pathways**Join a team where pupils and staff grow, succeed, and make a difference—together.****This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.**### AttachmentsELAN Learning Support Assistant Job Description and Person SpecificationNotes of guidance for completing an application form### Safeguarding Statement:Locking Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website. #J-18808-Ljbffr