Job Description

Position: Primary SEN Learning Support Assistant (1:1 Support)
Location: Brighton, East Sussex
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: 13.09 - 14.09ph (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Primary SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a student with special educational needs in a vibrant primary school in Brighton. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about making a positive difference to the educational experience of children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a student with SEN, ensuring they are able to fully engage with the curriculum.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individual learning plans and strategies.
• Support the student with tasks, encouraging independence and building confidence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.
• Provide emotional and behavioural support where necessary, promoting a positive learning experience.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the student at all times.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN), ideally in a school setting.
• Demonstrates a patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach to supporting children.
• Has a strong understanding of various learning difficulties and strategies to support them.
• Is able to adapt to the needs of individual children and provide flexible support.

Contract Details

• Location - Brighton and surrounding areas
• Position - Teaching Assistant
• Contract or position start date - ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing
• Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temp to Perm
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Minimum rate of pay - 13.09 per hour
• Hours - 8:30 - 16.00

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• GCSE's or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year working with children
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year

Eligibility

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy.