Visual Impairment Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic, conscientious and experienced Visual Impairment (VI) Learning Support Assistant to support the access and achievement of pupils with visual impairment at The Judd School.

You should have had experience in supporting children with visual impairment, including specialist VI technology and Braille. 

You will provide targeted support to a pupil with visual impairment and help the child engage with the curriculum, develop independence, and feel confident and included throughout the school day.

Key responsibilities will include supporting children with a Visual Impairment and associated needs (as well as other children within the school) ensuring access, independence and playing a positive role in their pastoral and academic development.  

This is a wonderful opportunity to work within an experienced and busy SEND department. We are looking for candidates with good communication skills and experience of managing students with SEND.

The Role

As a LSA (VI Specialist), you will:

• Provide individualised support throughout the school day

• Adapt and modify learning materials into accessible formats (e.g. large print, Braille, tactile resources, audio)

• Support the use of assistive technology and specialist equipment

• Promote independence, mobility, and social inclusion

• Liaise closely with teachers, SENDCo, parents/carers, and external professionals

• Contribute to planning and reviewing personalised learning strategies
  

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with visual impairment

• Knowledge of Braille and/or experience with assistive technology (desirable)

• A calm, patient, and flexible approach

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Employment type: Permanent, Term Time, plus inset days.

Salary: Judd Pay Scale C or D - dependent on experience. £26,956 - £29,020 (£23,601 - £25,408 pro rata per annum for 37 hrs per week - Term Time - 39 working weeks, including inset days.)

Position start date: The position is available from 01/06/2026 however, the anticipated start date is 01/09/2026.

Closing date: Thursday 14 May 2026, 12 Noon*

Interviewing: w/c 18 May 2026

*the school reserves the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for the role, we recommend you do not delay in submitting your application. If you require a terms notice please apply early.

The Judd School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.