Learning Support Assistant (SEND) Required Location: Shepherd's Bush, London Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Full-Time Contract Salary: Band 4 Points 3-7 (£24,375 - £25,848 pro rata, term-time only) Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm (39 weeks/year, term time only) Make a Real Difference in Young Lives We're seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our inclusive secondary school community in Shepherd's Bush. This rewarding role focuses on supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Your Role Will Include: Providing 1:1 and small group support for SEND pupils in class and around school Assisting with intimate care needs (following safeguarding protocols) Implementing EHCPs and personalised learning plans Supporting social communication, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies Collaborating with teachers, SENDCO and external specialists (OT, SALT etc.) Preparing resources and assisting with pupil progress monitoring Supervising breaktimes and participating in school trips/activities We're Looking For: GCSE Maths & English (AC/9-4) – essential Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with SEND Understanding of SEND conditions and inclusive strategies Patience, empathy and ability to build trusting relationships Team player with strong communication & organisational skills Willingness to assist with personal/intimate care Why Join Us? Supportive team in a vibrant secondary school Ongoing training and professional development Rewarding role with tangible impact on young lives Term-time only position with competitive salary All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website