About this role
About the School - Breaside Orchard Road:
Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11.
We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced 1:1 Support Assistant to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".
About the Role:
As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting a child with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) in Year 3 and beyond. Your focus will be on helping them access the curriculum, build communication skills, and grow socially and emotionally. You will work closely with the child both individually and within the classroom, adapting learning activities and monitoring their progress so they can reach their full potential. Your day‑to‑day work will involve providing structured support, encouraging positive interactions, promoting independence, and ensuring the child feels fully included in school life. You will collaborate closely with teaching staff, follow Primary Stage Curriculum expectations, and contribute observations and feedback that help shape the c