KS2 Learning Support Assistant

A welcoming primary school in North Bristol is looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with a pupil currently in Year 3, moving into Year 4 in September. The child has complex behavioural and SEMH needs and spends much of the school day working outside of the classroom. Success in this role isn't measured by ticking off a timetable, it's built through patience, consistency, and the ability to stay calm when things don't go to plan. The school would love someone to begin in September, although there is an opportunity to start before the summer holidays to support a smooth transition and begin building that all-important relationship. The role will involve: Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school daySupporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategiesHelping the pupil engage with learning both in and out of the classroomWorking closely with teaching staff, the SEND team, and external professionalsCreating a predictable, supportive environment where the child can thrive We're looking for someone who: Has previous experience working with children with SEN, particularly SEMH and behavioural needsUnderstands that relationship-building comes before academic progressIs resilient, patient, and able to adapt their approach when neededHolds an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update ServiceCan provide a full 24 months of references This role would suit someone who knows that some of the most important work in education happens in quiet moments, a successful transition, a regulated afternoon, or a child choosing to come back into class when yesterday they couldn't. If you're someone who brings calm, consistency, and a sense of humour on the tougher days, we'd love to hear from you. What Protocol Education offers: Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companiesFree access to high-quality CPD and trainingOngoing support from a dedicated consultantOpportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative provisionsA simple, streamlined registration processReferral rewards when you recommend friends and colleagues All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.