Westfield Primary School
SEND Learning Support Assistant
SEND Learning Support Assistant at Westfield Primary School, based in Woking, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Woking, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
Reference e4e0f1e78507bcbe18b8784f96dfcf82ef766c8f
About the role
About the School
We are a warm, inclusive, and forward-thinking school committed to supporting every child to reach their full potential. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic support team.
The Role
In this role, you will work closely with the Inclusion Leader, class teachers and SEND Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs in our SEND room, Curiosity Corner.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver tailored small-group interventions and targeted learning support
Assist individual pupils on a 1:1 basis or within small groups to help them access their learning.
Help adapt learning materials and activities to match the unique needs of pupils (including ASC, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties).
Monitor pupil progress, record observations and feed back to teachers.
Foster a safe, supportive and engaging environment that builds pupil confidence and independence.
Undertake playground duties
Understand that safeguarding is paramount.
What We Are Looking For:
Experience or a strong passion for working with children with SEND.
Patience, adaptability and a calm, positive communication style.
The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
Strong team working skills whilst also being able to work independently
A good sense of humour
Good general education; Maths / Literacy qualification equivalent to a grade “C” or Grade “4” at GCSE level, or a willingness to undertake this qualification in your own time; basic IT skills
What We Offer:
A supportive, collaborative and friendly staff team.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Induction programme
Westfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are required to complete an enhanced DBS check and all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK
All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. The online search is not part of the shortlisting process and all candidates will have the chance to address any issues or concerns in the interview.
Westfield Primary School strives to achieve a diverse workforce, fully representative of our pluralistic society and are committed to welcoming applications from all suitably experienced persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Reference: e4e0f1e78507bcbe18b8784f96dfcf82ef766c8f · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via Westfield Primary School
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