Learning Support Assistance

Axcis Education Recruitment; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join an outstanding special school in Gidea Park. The role involves providing 1:1 and group support to students aged 11-19 with complex needs, including personal care and academic assistance. The position is temporary, with hours from Monday to Friday during term time. Applicants should have experience in SEND and a calm demeanor. Competitive daily pay rates offered.

Benefits

Potential increase in pay after 12 weeks

Referral bonus of £50 in shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 11–19 with complex needs.
• Background in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEND).
• Preparation to handle personal care and academic help.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support to students.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Offer academic and pastoral assistance as required.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Calm demeanor

Team Teach certification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant / SEND Teaching Assistant – Outstanding Special School – Gidea Park

Location: Gidea Park, Havering (walkable to school from station)

Ages: 11–19 with complex needs

Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:45am–3.45pm (term time only)

Start: January 2026

Daily Pay: £101.02 – £120.00 per day (paid on timesheet; potential increase after 12 weeks)

Role

• 1:1 & group support
• personal care
• academic/pastoral help

Seeking calm, experienced TAs/support workers with SEND background. Team Teach desirable INDLON.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please click the apply button and contact Andrew Murphy on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1007.

If you are not interested but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Temporary / Permanent?

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Compliance and EEO Statements

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Contact

Contact: Andrew Murphy

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1007