Make a meaningful difference every day
We are currently recruiting for full-time and part-time SEN Learning Support Assistants (8:45am-3:45pm) to join the dedicated team at our partnered Special Needs Schoolin Fishponds
Our parntered school is a highly respected specialist provision supporting children and young people aged 3-19 years with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school is known for its nurturing approach, highly skilled staff, and commitment to enabling every student to reach their full potential.
About the Role
As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will support pupils across primary and secondary phases with a variety of complex needs, which may include:
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Physical disabilities and medical needs
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- Sensory processing differences
You will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop independence, and build essential life skills within a supportive and structured environment.
Daily responsibilities include:
- Providing 1:1 or small group support tailored to individual learning plans
- Supporting communication, emotional regulation, and engagement
- Assisting with personal care where required
- Implementing behaviour support strategies
- Helping create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)
- Is confident supporting a range of needs, including complex and medical needs
- Can manage and respond positively to challenging behaviour
- Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills
- Is patient, flexible, and proactive
- Is comfortable supporting with personal care tasks
- Is passionate about inclusion and helping every child succeed
Why Join Affinity Partnerships?
- Competitive pay rates and referral bonuses
- Access to high-quality training (including Team Teach and Trauma-Informed Practice)
- Opportunity to work within an established and highly respected SEN setting
- Supportive, welcoming team and leadership
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Strong focus on staff wellbeing and support
Apply Today
If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and want to be part of a school that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your SEN career with Affinity Partnerships.
Affinity Partnerships is an equal opportunities employer committed to inclusion and safeguarding.
All pay rates quoted include rolled-up holiday pay.
