SEN Learning Support Assistant

• Springfield Infant School and Nursery
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 4PP
• Salary: £24,796 per annum pro rata
• Hours: 27.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Fixed Term until 30 August 2027, required to start September 2026
• Reference: 5266

Springfield Infant School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an effective and caring  SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly, hardworking and skilled team. You will be working under the guidance of our SENDCo and teaching staff to enhance the learning and personal development of SEN children in our school. You will be working with a small group of children to ensure they have access to the best possible education. 

We are ideally looking for an experienced and passionate individual, someone who has a positive impact on pupil’s learning by working with individuals and small groups. You will also need to have a willingness to assist whole class teaching and learning, when necessary, as a general teaching assistant and be flexible according to the needs of the individuals within the school. You will need good communication and written skills, and be able to communicate effectively with the children, the SENDCo, staff and parents. 

Experience of supporting children with a range of additional needs is desirable, although additional support and training will be offered. Most importantly, you must have the aspirations and desire to make a difference by providing exceptional care, guidance and support, so that pupils thrive and make excellent progress. 

For more information 

Please read the Person Specification (Word).

How to apply 

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) and Equal Opportunities Form (Word) by email to l.moss@springinf.omat.org.uk

In line with Safer Recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.  

Closing date: 1pm, 13 July 2026

Interview date: 16 July 2026

Safeguarding Statement 

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. 

Diversity Statement 

Our school is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.