Job Introduction
Copythorne Infant School is part of the Oaks CE Learning Federation, three small rural schools in the New Forest.
We are looking to recruit a patient and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This role involves working one to one with a child with specific learning needs to help them to develop and thrive.
This is a fixed term contract until the end of August 2026.
We are looking for a caring and compassionate team player, who will collaborate with colleagues, is willing to learn and develop their understanding of how different children develop.
Key Characteristics:
Commitment to safeguarding
Willing to try new approaches to learning
Able to communicate with colleagues and feedback key information
Assist with personal and intimate care as required, such as toileting, changing, and maintaining personal hygiene, following the school’s policies and training.
Help to create a safe, engaging and supportive learning space.
Use initiative and act in the best interest of all children
Support children on the playground at lunch times and work as part of the lunchtime team
About You:
Experience of working with children with special educational needs (preferred but not essential – full training will be provided).
Compassionate, patient, and respectful of children’s dignity and privacy.
Comfortable providing personal and intimate care in a professional manner.
Able to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting the school’s values and ethos.
We welcome interested candidates to visit our school, please contact the school office to make an appointment.
Tel: 02380 813340 (8am -3pm Mon to Fri term time only)
Applicants must complete the Hampshire application form attached to this advert.
Please e-mail your form to: jo.instrall@lyndhurst.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
