Learning Support Assistant - SEN

Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP19 9NS

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  23 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 March 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: £12.44 - £14.39 Hourly Salary will be based on experience. Pay will increase as from 01.04.26

Learning Support Assistant - SEN job summary

Make a Real Difference Where it Matters Most

At Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School, our core values—cooperation, kindness, honesty, resilience, respect, and well-being—aren't just words on a wall; they are the heartbeat of our school.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient, and passionate SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our dynamic team. Many of our pupils have experienced trauma or face diverse learning challenges; they need an educator who understands that "behaviour is communication" and who can provide the empathy and stability they need to flourish.

Initial contract will be fixed term until 31.08.26, however with the possibility of a further contract / permanent position

Term Time ONLY - hours 8.15am - 3pm

The Role: Impactful & Rewarding

As an LSA, you will work closely with class teachers to deliver a fun, functional, and tailored curriculum. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Tailored Support: Delivering 1:1 or small group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
• Specialist SEND Support: Implementing plans for Speech, Language, and Communication (SLCN) and supporting pupils with moderate or specific learning difficulties.
• SEMH & Trauma-Informed Care: Using professional insight to de-escalate challenges and help pupils manage their emotions and mental health.
• Active Supervision: Ensuring a positive school experience by supporting safe play and social interaction during break and lunchtimes.
• Safeguarding Excellence: Maintaining a culture of vigilance and adhering strictly to KCSIE statutory guidance to keep our children safe.

About You

You are a calm, solution-focused individual who puts children’s needs first. You bring:

• High Expectations: A belief that every child, regardless of their starting point, can achieve their full potential.
• Patience & Empathy: The ability to remain grounded when supporting children with complex emotional needs.
• Collaborative Spirit: A desire to work as part of a warm, welcoming team.
• Professionalism: The ability to maintain exemplary boundaries and act as a positive role model.

It would be desirable although not essential to have:-

• Experience of working with SEND children
• Good standard of education minimum English & Maths

Why Choose Haydon Abbey?

We value our staff as much as our pupils. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Professional Growth: Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities.
• Financial Perks: Access to the Blue Light Card and Bucks Employment discounts (gyms, dining, coffee). Free tea and coffee.
• Your Well-being Matters: A comprehensive Employee Assistance Package for you and your family.
• Security for the Future: Local Authority Pension and sickness schemes.

How to Apply

Don’t wait! We review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the advert early for the right candidate.

Visit Us: We’d love to show you around! To book a visit or have an informal discussion, please contact the school office or email: office@haydonabbey.bucks.sch.uk.

Haydon Abbey is an equal opportunities employer committed to safe recruitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and online background checks.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 536 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/haydon-abbey-school-and-pre-school

Come and join our team at Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School, a very popular and oversubscribed school in the heart of Aylesbury. We are seeking an inspirational KS2 Class teacher committed to developing self-confident and independent children

Why Join us?
• A large, diverse school with a welcoming and friendly atmosphere
• A positive and happy workplace committed to a good work/life balance
• Inclusive to all, providing a high quality, broad and balance curriculum
• Well-resourced across all areas of the curriculum, including a forest school, sports MUGA and wildlife garden
• A wonderful well-stocked library and outdoor reading huts to encourage a love of reading
• Excellent record of developing staff at all stages of their careers with high-quality tailored professional development

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