Flexible Learning Support Assistant - Primary & SEND

Gold Education Recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE payments with no umbrella

Full-time and part-time opportunities

Flexible day-to-day supply and longer‑

Dedicated local recruitment consultant

Straightforward registration process

Opportunities in Braintree, Witham,Hal

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Job summary

Gold Education Recruitment is seeking motivated Learning Support Assistants to work with primary schools in Braintree and surrounding areas of Essex. We offer a variety of LSA, Teaching Assistant and SEN Support roles with flexible start dates.

Ideal candidates will have experience in UK primary schools, strong communication skills and a patient, adaptable approach. Safeguarding is essential, with DBS checks and references typically required.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a UK primary school.
• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEN Support Assistant.
• Confident supporting children with different abilities and learning needs.
• Positive, patient and adaptable approach.
• Effective communication with children and school staff.
• Reliability, professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Safeguarding awareness and maintaining a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Providing individual 1:1 support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Working with small groups to reinforce classroom learning.
• Supporting pupils with SEND.
• Assisting children with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and confidence.
• Helping teachers prepare learning materials and classroom activities.
• Supporting children's social, emotional and educational development.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other school staff.

Job description

Gold Education Recruitment is seeking motivated Learning Support Assistants to work with primary schools in Braintree and surrounding areas of Essex. We offer a variety of LSA, Teaching Assistant and SEN Support roles with flexible start dates.

Ideal candidates will have experience in UK primary schools, strong communication skills and a patient, adaptable approach. Safeguarding is essential, with DBS checks and references typically required.