Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 1-1 SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their caring and highly competent team. This role involves supporting a child with specific educational needs, working closely with teachers and other staff to ensure the child's personal and educational development. The successful candidate will demonstrate a calm and caring approach, possess relevant qualifications in Maths and English, and have the ability to build effective relationships within the school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child's educational journey in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to support personal and educational needs of children.
• Experience working as part of a team in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with specific needs on a 1-1 basis.
• Work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
• Build effective relationships with staff, parents, and children.

Skills

Effective relationship building

Calm and caring demeanor

Initiative and flexibility

Maths qualifications

English qualifications

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2300-149S

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 3

Position Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Full-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 23/05/2025 Midnight

Date of Interviews: TBC

1-1 SEN Learning Support Assistant required as soon as possible. SEN LSA positions are fixed term with hours and contract linked to support pupils for the duration of their education within our school.

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work 1-1 with a child with specific needs. The post is from 8.45am-3.15pm Mon-Fri, 30 hours a week. The successful applicant will be required to:

1. work as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
2. support the child with personal and educational needs.
3. have the ability to build effective relationships with staff, parents and children.
4. be calm, caring and show initiative and flexibility.
5. have Maths and English qualifications.

Successful applicants will join our friendly, caring and highly competent team of learning support staff.

We are committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following Safer Recruitment procedures, all appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

Visits are warmly welcomed - please contact Mrs Pickard on 01376 321814.

The closing date for this vacancy is 23/05/25 but the school reserves the right to contact suitable candidates earlier than the specified closing date.

To arrange a visit to the school or discuss this role in more detail, please contact Lisa Pickard, Office Manager on 01376 321814 or email [e-mail].

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.