Learning Support Assistant

A welcoming primary school is in Winterbourne is looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with a Year 5 pupil on a full-time basis.

The child has complex behavioural and SEMH needs and spends much of the school day working outside of the classroom. Success in this role isn't measured by ticking off a timetable, it's built through patience, consistency, and the ability to stay calm when things don't go to plan.

The school would love someone to begin in September, although there is an opportunity to start before the summer holidays to support a smooth transition and begin building that all-important relationship.

The role will involve:

Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day

Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

Helping the pupil engage with learning both in and out of the classroom

Working closely with teaching staff, the SEND team, and external professionals

Creating a predictable, supportive environment where the child can thrive

We're looking for someone who:

Has previous experience working with children with SEN, particularly SEMH and behavioural needs

Understands that relationship-building comes before academic progress

Is resilient, patient, and able to adapt their approach when needed

Holds an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service

Can provide a full 24 months of references

This role would suit someone who knows that some of the most important work in education happens in quiet moments, a successful transition, a regulated afternoon, or a child choosing to come back into class when yesterday they couldn't.

If you're someone who brings calm, consistency, and a sense of humour on the tougher days, we'd love to hear from you.

What Protocol Education offers:

Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies

Free access to high-quality CPD and training

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative provisions

A simple, streamlined registration process

Referral rewards when you recommend friends and colleagues

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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 ...