Learning Support Assistant

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Primary SEN School, Bradford

Are you passionate about supporting children with complex additional needs?

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for dedicated and compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistants to join a welcoming Primary SEN School in Bradford. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with a range of complex learning and physical needs.

The school supports primary-aged pupils with a variety of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), communication difficulties, sensory needs, and complex medical requirements.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and specialist staff to provide individualised support, helping pupils access learning, develop communication skills, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

The Role

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Assisting children with complex learning, communication, and sensory needs
Supporting pupils with personal care where required
Encouraging engagement, independence, and positive social interactions
Implementing behaviour and communication strategies tailored to individual needs
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environmentThe Ideal Candidate

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SLD, PMLD, or complex needs is desirable
Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care requirements
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Team Teach or physical intervention training is desirable but not essentialThis is an excellent opportunity for candidates from educational, care, support work, health care, or residential care backgrounds who are looking to build a career supporting children with special educational needs.

If you have the experience, passion, and commitment to support children with complex needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community