Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEN

Vacancy Summary

Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEN

To start September 2026

Full time, 30 hours per week, Permanent 

8.45am - 3.15pm

Band 4/5 depending on experience

Actual Salary £17,382 - £17,658 depending on experience

Vacancy Information

Our Governing Body are seeking to appoint a highly skilled, dedicated, and experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our school.

The role will require someone who can offer one to one support for children with additional needs. Experience of working with primary age children with SEN is desirable.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a compassionate and caring approach to working with children, parents/cares and colleagues.

• Share the school vision and promote the ethos of the school.

• Deliver learning and behavioural interventions, under guidance from the Class Teacher/SENDco.

• Have two years’ experience working with children with SEN.

• Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Effectively manage behaviours, with experience of positive handling techniques and de-escalation of children in crisis.

• A commitment to nurturing success in every child.

The post offers an opportunity to:

• Work in a vibrant school that is 'Good with outstanding features' OFSTED.

• Work closely with the schools Assistant Head/SENDco.

• Work with a strong network of teachers, other professionals and advisers to provide high quality provision for pupils with SEN.

• Work with a dedicated, friendly staff team.

For any questions regarding this role please call 01274 782070 and ask to speak to the Assistant Head/SENDco Laura Reynolds or email: laura.reynolds@crossflatts.bradford.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9am, 7th August 2026

Interviews: 10th August 2026

Our school is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. In line with our robust Safer Recruitment processes we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates which we might want to explore with you at interview. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.

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