1:1 Learning Support Assistant for children with SEND
Thomas Gamuel Primary School, London, E17 8LG16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £27,729.00 - £28,125.00 Annually (FTE) Contract is for a fixed term (linked to a child with EHCP)
1:1 Learning Support Assistant for children with SEND job summary
Main purposes of the job
To provide medical care and intimate care when required
Duties include supporting pupils with medical care and intimate care-Toileting, Changing the child when needed.
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behavior Plans and Personal Care programmes
to provide medical care and intimate care when required
To work under the guidance of teaching staff to support learners
to undertake learning, care and support programmes
to enable access to learning for pupils
to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
General Responsibilities:
Support for Pupils
To provide learning support for the pupil in the class or in 1-1 situations
To develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child and seek advice from the class teacher, Inclusion Manager/SEN coordinator, Phase Leader, SLT and outside agencies as required
To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required
To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the Inclusion Manager, Educational Psychologist or other outside agencies
To be involved in the planning and preparation of the day to day class activities
To organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment both in the classroom and outside
To support the pupil in the playground, being mindful of their health and safety in relation to their medical conditions and encouraging safe interactive play Motivate and encourage the pupil to have a go at activities they may be unsure of Provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards
Facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between them
To provide medical care and intimate care where necessary as required
To attend in service training and relevant meeting relevant to the post in order to keep up to date with developments in working with children with special educational needs
Provide support and facilitate interaction with peers in the classroom and around school
Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
To work as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the pupil enhances their learning opportunities and life skills
To attend planning meeting with the Inclusion Manager and class teacher to develop learning programmes and to assist in the delivery of the individual learning programme on a daily basis to promote learning, behaviour and communication skills
To provide regular feedback to the class teacher, Phase Leader, Inclusion Manager and relevant outside agencies about the pupil's difficulties and progress
To contribute to the pupil's annual review by writing a brief report and attending the meeting
Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses
Undertake programmes linked to local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, early years recording achievement and progress and feeding back to the teacher
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use
- To foster links between home and school
To participate in relevant professional development as deemed appropriate for the needs of the child
To understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour and the statutory guidelines relating to disability discrimination and special educational needs
To maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the pupils needs but have regard to the safeguarding procedures of the school and London Borough of Waltham Forest
To carry out duties as directed by the Inclusion Manager or Head Teacher
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
Key Relationships: Responsible to: Senior leadership
Key contacts: Class teacher, colleagues, year leader/phase manager and senior leadership Person specification in attachment
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up. The above- mentioned duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as directed by the Head of School as may be reasonably expected. This is not a common occurrence and would not justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Thomas Gamuel Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 347 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Thomas Gamuel Primary School website
Thomas Gamuel Primary School is a local community-centred school in Walthamstow. We serve a multi-cultural community in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.
We have recently been included in The Times Top 500 Primary Schools in England!
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed class teacher with the opportunities for a TLR.
If you are excited by innovation and challenge, and you are energised by opportunities to develop and share your practice, whilst learning with your colleagues and from the children you work with, we look forward to hearing from you.
Thomas Gamuel Primary continues to be an Ofsted Good School under the Lion Academy Trust and is on a pathway towards Outstanding.
With an ever-growing roll, we are looking to recruit a passionate and committed teacher to join the team.
We can offer you a friendly and rapidly improving school with a strong community feel situated in a culturally diverse area of Walthamstow with all the rewards and opportunities this brings:
• lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• a dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• a well-planned and sequenced curriculum that is fun and ambitious - meaning you spend less time planning!
• innovative CPD which is of the highest quality
• career progression and leadership opportunities
• a supportive and forward-thinking Trust Board, Local Advisory Body and parent community
• excellent opportunities for further professional development, through the Lion Academy Trust, particular if you have leadership aspirations.
The Trust/School is and equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.
Visits to our school are welcomed and recommended. For an informal discussion about the opportunities available or a visit to the school, please contact Mr Acheson on 020 8520 7031 or email recruitment@thomasgamuel.net.
If you are interested in the position, view our vacancy website for more information and to apply please visit:
https://www.lionacademytrust.net/recruitment/vacancies-london
Please ensure your application is completed in full to allow us to shortlist successfully.
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