1:1 LSA Or HLTA

Strategy Education; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational staffing agency is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support in a reception classroom in Southend-on-Sea. This full-time role involves working with children aged 4-11, particularly those with special educational needs, in a nurturing and inclusive environment. The position offers competitive pay and a chance for long-term employment following an initial placement period.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 4–11 years.
• Ability to support children with Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal learners.
• Strong rapport-building skills in a school setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEN in a reception classroom.
• Support children aged 4–11 years old.
• Assist with autism, ADHD support and non-verbal communication needs.
• Build rapport with children and contribute to positive behaviour for learning.
• Be flexible, adaptable and able to think on your feet.

Skills

Experience working with children aged 4–11 years

Ability to support children with Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal learners

Strong rapport-building skills

Commitment to safeguarding children

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant Needed - Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Strategy Education are recruiting for a learning support assistant to work in a reception classroom of a primary school in the Southend-on-Sea area of Essex. The successful candidate will work on a 1:1 basis with a child with SEN. This role is full time (5 days per week, 8:30am to 3:30pm).

The initial placement is from 8th September until 19th December, with the possibility of extending to a longer term or permanent role after Christmas. The school is rated Good by Ofsted, has on-site parking and good transport links. It is a nurturing, inclusive environment. The role pays £80-£105 per day.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEN in a reception classroom.
• Support children aged 4–11 years old.
• Assist with autism, ADHD support and non-verbal communication needs as required.
• Build rapport with children and contribute to positive behaviour for learning.
• Be flexible, adaptable and able to think on your feet.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 4–11 years.
• Ability to support children with Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal learners.
• Strong rapport-building skills in a school setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Work With Strategy Education

Strategy Education has been working with schools in the Essex area for over 10 years. We provide temporary and permanent staffing that matches school expectations. You will be offered work aligned with your requirements and career aspirations.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of checks including eligibility to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full references including one from the most recent employer. Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Locations and keywords: Learning Support Assistant — Southend-on-Sea, Essex; Reception; EYFS