Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive; Basildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our Essex team from September 2025. In this permanent role, you will support students by fostering a positive environment and assisting with their individual learning needs. If you have a caring nature and excellent communication skills, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience with children or in an educational setting desirable.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support students' individual learning needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and promote positive behaviour.
• Work with teachers on support strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Permanent
Agency: TeacherActive

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in students lives?

TeacherActive is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our team in Essex from September 2025 on a permanent basis. If you have a caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting learners' progress, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students to provide tailored support in the classroom. You will assist with inclusive learning, help students overcome barriers to learning, and promote a positive, engaging environment where every student can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with their individual learning needs
• Assisting with classroom activities and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and social development
• Working closely with teachers to plan and deliver support strategies
• Encouraging student independence and confidence

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support student development
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undertake one)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and support
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities to make a real difference in students lives

If you are committed to helping students succeed and want to join a reputable agency supporting education in Essex, apply now!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.