Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Benfleet; Presencial; GBP 18 000 - 19 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Dedicated consultant

Competitive pay rates

Education opportunities

Registration support

Professional development

Friendly recruitment process

Resumo da oferta

TeacherActive Ltd in Benfleet, Essex, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for an on-site, temporary role supporting pupils with SEND. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support to boost academic, social and emotional development and to help students engage with lessons.

Working with teachers to deliver individual learning plans, you will promote positive behaviour, build independence and confidence, and support pupils with a range of SEND needs. Previous SEND experience is preferred.

Qualificações

• Experience with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist provision, care or youth-work environment.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm and positive when supporting pupils with additional or complex needs.
• Reliable, adaptable and a good team player.
• Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Health & Social Care or SEND are beneficial but not essential.

Responsabilidades

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with academic, social and emotional development.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Assist the class teacher with delivery of learning plans.
• Use positive behaviour-management strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence and communication.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, positive and supportive learning environment.

Conhecimentos

SEND experience

Communication skills

Team player

Patience and resilience

Adaptable

Formação académica

Supporting Teaching and Learning

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Learning Support Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £95 to £105 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: SS7 4LA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 6 Oct 2026

Closing date: 5 Nov 2026

Job Details

Position: SEND Learning Support Assistant – Benfleet

Location: Benfleet, Essex

Contract: Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Agency: TeacherActive

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities
• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of individual learning plans
• Using positive behaviour-management strategies
• Encouraging independence, confidence and communication
• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, which may include ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals
• Maintaining a safe, positive and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Has experience within a school, specialist provision, care or youth-work environment
• Is patient, compassionate and resilient
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Can remain calm and positive when supporting pupils with additional or complex needs
• Is reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential
• Relevant qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Health & Social Care or SEND would be beneficial but are not essential for candidates with suitable experience.

What TeacherActive Can Offer You

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide range of SEND and education opportunities
• Support throughout the registration and compliance process
• Opportunities for professional development
• A friendly and supportive recruitment process

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

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and requires you to supply good professional references.

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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