Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Full-Time Permanent Role – Yeovil Make a Lasting Difference as a Learning Support Assistant A highly respected specialist provision in Yeovil is seeking a caring and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team immediately on a full-time permanent basis. The school supports pupils aged 4 to 18 with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, autism and communication needs. Staff pride themselves on creating a calm, nurturing and engaging environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential. Working hours are 8.40am to 4.30pm with some varied finishing times linked to training and school activities. The Role You will work closely alongside teachers and therapists to provide both classroom and individual support. The role involves assisting pupils with learning activities, communication, social development and personal care where required. This position would suit someone patient, resilient and enthusiastic about supporting children with additional needs. Candidate Requirements • Minimum 6 months childcare experience, ideally supporting children with SEN • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Calm and positive approach • GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths preferred • Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 or 3 desirable • Willingness to undertake specialist training • Passion for helping young people succeed Responsibilities • Support pupils during classroom activities and interventions • Encourage engagement and independence • Assist with sensory and communication-based learning • Help maintain a safe and stimulating environment • Support educational visits and enrichment sessions • Assist with personal care where needed • Contribute to progress monitoring and evidence collection • Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists Why Join This Specialist Provision? • Welcoming and highly supportive staff team • Excellent training and CPD opportunities • Rewarding work supporting incredible young people • Inclusive and positive working culture • Opportunity to develop specialist SEN experience • Well-resourced learning environments Why Choose Teaching Personnel? • Permanent SEN opportunities available • Dedicated education consultant support • Competitive weekly pay • Pension contributions • Access to free safeguarding and CPD training • Career development guidance • Flexible opportunities across Somerset and Dorset If you are ready to begin a rewarding career supporting children with additional needs, apply today and become part of a team making a genuine impact every single day. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.