Learning and Progress Assistant (SEN)
The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2ST43 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
11 September 2026 at 8am
Date listed
30 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Part time: 32.5 hours, 39 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £23,384 - £25,760
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Vacancy
An exciting SEN Learning and Progress Assistant vacancy has arisen at Queen Elizabeth’s High School for a committed and compassionate individual to join our Learning Support team. We are seeking someone who is passionate about removing barriers to learning and improving outcomes for students with SEND, SEMH needs, Pupil Premium status and other identified vulnerabilities.
This varied and rewarding role involves working closely with identified students, their families, teaching staff and external professionals to ensure every young person receives the support they need to achieve their full potential. Using a graduated assess – plan – do – review approach, you will take a lead in delivering targeted interventions, one-to-one support, small-group work and in-class assistance that promotes academic progress, emotional wellbeing, attendance and engagement.
The successful candidate will build positive and trusting relationships with students and families, act as a key point of contact and contribute to the planning, delivery and monitoring of personalised support programmes. Working in partnership with the SENDCo, pastoral staff and classroom teachers, you will help implement effective strategies and reasonable adjustments that enable students to succeed.
What we are looking for.
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience of working successfully with young people, including those with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Confidence in delivering targeted interventions to individuals and small groups.
A good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the graduated approach to supporting students.
The ability to work proactively, flexibly and collaboratively as part of a wider team.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
A good standard of education, including a minimum Level 3 qualification and Level 2 qualifications in English, Mathematics and Science.
The ability to use initiative, remain calm under pressure and seek positive solutions when supporting students and families.
What the school offers its staff
Pension scheme
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Queen Elizabeth’s High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1139 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@qehs.lincs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01427612354
Local Authority secondary maintained grammar school.
Arranging a visit to The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@qehs.lincs.sch.uk.
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