Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy

SEN LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Required from:  As soon as possible, subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

 Salary: 15.3 – 15.4, (£12.85 - £13.05 per hour)

Employers pension contribution 24.4% 

28.75 hours per week (additional 2.5 hours a week paid at Grade 16.available as a MDSA) Term time only 

Fixed term contract (for the period that the children remain in school)

Pen Mill Infant and Nursery School is proud to be part of PPAT Education, and we are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a passion for supporting the education and well-being of our wonderful children.
• Have a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team.
• Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life.
• Can think on their feet and use their initiative.
• Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work.
• Ideally have experience of supporting pupils with Social Communication and Language difficulties, ASC & ADHD (desirable).

To find out more about this vacancy, please contact Sarah Staszko via the school office to arrange a visit to the school.

Preston Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the trust or school

website www.prestonprimaryacademytrust.co.uk or www.penmillinfants.co.uk/our-school/vacancies

Closing date: Monday 6^th October 2025

Interviews: Thursday 9^th October 2025

Due to the volume of applications received, if you have not heard from the school by Tuesday 7^th October unfortunately you have not been successful in securing an interview.