SEN Learning Support Assistant & Midday Supervisor
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 5 (LSA) Grade 4 (MDS) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 September 2025 |
| Location: | Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67 9WG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1504595 |
Summary
SEN Learning Support Assistant and Midday SupervisorMercenfeld Primary School
Permanent
26.67 hours per week (LSA)
2.5 hours per week (MDS)
Grade 5 - Pts 7 to 8 (£15,540 - £15,787)
Grade 4 - Pts 5 to 6 (£1,397 to £1,408)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Close Date: Monday 15th September 2025
Provisional Interview Date: Wk commencing 22nd September 2025Are you someone who motivates pupils to learn?
Are you experienced in providing positive reinforcements, praise and rewards to pupils?
Would you like to work in a friendly, welcoming and supportive team?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join Mercenfeld Primary School as SEN Learning Support Assistant and Midday Supervisor on a permanent basis for 26 hours and 40 minutes per week. The Learning Support Assistant’s main role is to provide additional support for young people with special educational, social, emotional and behaviour difficulties. The SEN Learning Support Assistant will ensure that the young people can integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by the other young people in the class and make progress.
Duties will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupils’ individual learning and social needs. The SEN Learning Support Assistant will also be responsible for implementing the targets on the pupils’ Individual Education Plan (IEP) in liaison with the class teachers and the SENCo.
This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Mercenfeld Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have experience of working with children with special educational needs in a primary school setting
• Have GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• Have NVQ2 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning (NOS-STL).
• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of pupils.
• Have an interest in how children learn and behave.
• Provide appropriate role models of behaviour both in the classroom and around school
• Really care about children, particularly those who find learning and managing their behaviour difficult.
• Have training in aspects of SEN, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism
In return we offer:
• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack)Applications
Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position and address the following questions:
We look forward to receiving your application!
ACCESSIBILITY…
If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.
SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
INCLUSION…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.
We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Permanent
26.67 hours per week (LSA)
2.5 hours per week (MDS)
Grade 5 - Pts 7 to 8 (£15,540 - £15,787)
Grade 4 - Pts 5 to 6 (£1,397 to £1,408)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Close Date: Monday 15th September 2025
Provisional Interview Date: Wk commencing 22nd September 2025Are you someone who motivates pupils to learn?
Are you experienced in providing positive reinforcements, praise and rewards to pupils?
Would you like to work in a friendly, welcoming and supportive team?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join Mercenfeld Primary School as SEN Learning Support Assistant and Midday Supervisor on a permanent basis for 26 hours and 40 minutes per week. The Learning Support Assistant’s main role is to provide additional support for young people with special educational, social, emotional and behaviour difficulties. The SEN Learning Support Assistant will ensure that the young people can integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by the other young people in the class and make progress.
Duties will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupils’ individual learning and social needs. The SEN Learning Support Assistant will also be responsible for implementing the targets on the pupils’ Individual Education Plan (IEP) in liaison with the class teachers and the SENCo.
This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Mercenfeld Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have experience of working with children with special educational needs in a primary school setting
• Have GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• Have NVQ2 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning (NOS-STL).
• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of pupils.
• Have an interest in how children learn and behave.
• Provide appropriate role models of behaviour both in the classroom and around school
• Really care about children, particularly those who find learning and managing their behaviour difficult.
• Have training in aspects of SEN, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism
In return we offer:
• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack)Applications
Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position and address the following questions:
We look forward to receiving your application!
ACCESSIBILITY…
If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.
SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
INCLUSION…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.
We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.