Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Caterham, Surrey Contract: Full-time from Tuesday 5th May 2026 End date: 17th July 2026

Are you passionate about making a real difference to children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] are supporting one of their partnership primary schools based near the Caterham area, on the border of Surrey /Croydon, with a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant for a Year 1 pupil.

This is a beautiful, one-form-entry primary school based in Caterham which is part of a successful academy trust but holds a community feel within the local area. The school has a wonderful reputation in the area with parents and is a school reguarly requested by supply staff to return to.

### The Role:

• Provide 1:1 tailored support for your assigned pupil in Year 1
• Be confident to support SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulation
• Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development
• Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP target and support plan
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs of the child
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

### The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds at least a Level 1 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)
• Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within SEND or inclusion
• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary setting
• Patient, empathetic, and committed to pupil progress and wellbeing
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Available Monday to Friday (part-time roles still require weekday availability)

### Why Work with Tradewind?

• Strong partnerships with inclusive primary schools across Croydon
• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses through The National College
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education consultant

If you're passionate about SEND and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV to be considered!

### Apply today

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