Learning Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Chelmsford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking enthusiastic SEN Support professionals to join their progressive team in Chelmsford. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges. Candidates with backgrounds in youth work, sports coaching, or as teaching assistants are encouraged to apply. With competitive pay rates and a supportive environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about education and dedicated to fostering student success. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Supportive senior leadership team

Onsite parking

Bespoke service from dedicated consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is essential.
• Ability to manage children with SEN needs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support children diagnosed with SEN and SEMH.
• Build professional relationships with students.

Skills

Experience working with children

Managing children with SEN Needs

Building professional relationships

Interest in education

Passion for SEND and/or SEMH

Education

Relevant experience in SEN

DBS registered to the update service

Job description

GSL Education are working with lovely, friendly and progressive schools in Chelmsford to recruit various SEN Support Roles to work across all the key stages, supporting children diagnosed with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

SEN Needs:Autism, ADHD, Down's Syndrome and Learning Difficulties

SEMH Needs:Anxiety, Depression and Trauma

Learning Support Assistant - SEN - 1:1 - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training - Position: Teaching Assistant Location: South Ockendon Salary Scale: £85-£115 Contract Type: Full-time

The schools have a very supportive senior leadership team and a progressive nature. They are located close to local stations and have onsite parking.

Applications for the position are welcome from candidates of ranging experience although previous experience working with students with SEN Support is an advantage due to the nature of the role.

If you are a future/aspiring SEN Support, LSA or an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant this opportunity could be ideal for you. In addition, if you have experience as a Youth Worker, Support Worker or SEN Support and you are interested in education, please do apply!

You will need to:

Have experience working with children

Be confident at managing children with SEN Needs

Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with students

Have a fun but firm presence

Have an interest in education

Have a passion for SEND and/or SEMH

Applications are encouraged from:

Sports Coaches

Youth Workers

SEN Support

SEN Teaching Assistants

Learning Support Assistants

Support Workers

Graduates

To work with GSL Education as a SEN Support, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK.

Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.

Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of a SEN Support, please apply via the application link or visit to apply online.

Trainee Education Consultant, Chelmsford