Learning Support Assistant - SEND Support - Earlsdon Primary School

Earlsdon Primary School is a friendly, successful two form entry school with polite, friendly, hardworking children and a supportive staff team.

We are seeking a competent, compassionate and caring Learning Support Assistant with experience of SEND in a Primary setting, to work in a team to support children with additional learning and behavioural needs.

What is the job role?

The successful candidate will be:

qualified to Level 3 standard
experienced and confident
fully knowledgeable of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
knowledgeable of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes
understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes and in particular, barriers to learning
Fully understanding and knowledgeable of the range of support services and providers

Who are we looking for?

Experience of working with children with general/specific special educational needs, both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, is essential.

A qualification in First Aid or willingness to train is desirable.

Work pattern: 37 hours per week 39 weeks per year, fixed term in the first instance to 31/03/2027.

Candidates who have not been contacted by the interview date will not have been shortlisted. Previous candidates need not reapply.

We welcome visits to the school, please telephone for an appointment.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: Tuesday 5th May 2026

Interview date: W/C 18th May 2026

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.  

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

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