SEND Learning Support Assistant for Autumn 2026

2 x Full time

Fixed Term 1 year with potential to extend/ 29.15 hours / week Mon-Fri Term-Time Only NJC Grade 4 SCP8 or SCP9 depending on experience 

Radstock Primary School is a “happy, nurturing and welcoming community” (Ofsted January 2022) and looking to continue to build on our recent Ofsted successes.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic staff team within the new Lilypad SEND Unit. The unit is expanding and we are looking to grow and develop our team as we make the move into brand new, state of the art classrooms.

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who will:

·        be enthusiastic, energetic and enjoy supporting children with additional needs

·        have a good standard of English, both spoken and written

·        be highly motivated and have strong teamwork skills

·        be a strong communicator, and a patient and positive individual

·        be resilient and adaptive to children’s different needs

We can offer:

·        On the job training and guidance on how to deliver interventions such as Attention Autism, Sensory Circuits and Lego based Therapy

·        An environment committed to staff development and opportunities to progress your career

·        An experienced, supportive and nurturing staff team

·        A specially designed building with sensory and therapy rooms (opening Sep 25)

·        A commitment to a good work/life balance

Please complete the application form in full on My New Term. Application via My New Term only

 Hours: 29.15 hours between 8.40am & 3.20pm Monday to Friday Term-Time Only

 Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026 Start Date: 1^st September 2025

Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews scheduled accordingly

Radstock Primary School  is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance and a ‘prohibition from teaching’ check will be completed if successful. We reserve the right to close applications early.