POST TITLE: Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

SCHOOL: Hugh Sexey C of E Middle School

LOCATION: Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset

CONTRACT TERM: Initially Fixed Term 1 Year

GRADE: Grade 14 PT 4(£25,185 pa pro-rata)

ACTUAL SALARY: £17,520

HOURS: 30.85hrs per week /Term Time Only (Inc 30 mins unpaid lunch)

START DATE: As soon as possible

Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School seeks to appoint a talented and dynamic individual to support our Teachers and help inspire our students. This post is funded to support pupil(s) with specific needs and

will continue for as long as the funding remains in place.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Experience of working with or relating to young people and have a commitment to their education, development, welfare, and aspirations – with particular focus on Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
• Ability or experience of supporting children with intimate care, training can be provided
• Ability to plan, deliver and review interventions, including for pupils with social & behavioural needs.
• Ability to respond to changing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Motivation and innovation
• Empathy when working with children experiencing difficulties
• Committed to achieving outstanding results for our more vulnerable learners
• Good interpersonal, communication and administration skills

What we can offer:

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust
• Eligible for generous Local Government Pension Scheme

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, together with a letter of application for the attention of Mr M.Drew Headteacher.  Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. 

This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure

Closing date: Wednesday 26th November 2025

Interview date: Date to be confirmed

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

If you do not receive an invitation to interview by Friday 28th November 2025 please assume you have not been shortlisted.