Learning Support Assistant

Ribbons & Reeves; South Weald; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves is seeking a proactive graduate for a Secondary Learning Support Assistant (LSA) role across Brentwood schools. You will support students one-to-one and in small groups, helping them access the curriculum and stay engaged in lessons.

The position is full-time, term-time only, offering hands-on experience in education with a focus on SEND, behaviour management, and developing strong relationships with students and staff in a dynamic Brentwood environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a minimum 2:1 degree.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed.
• Confident working with students on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Interest in SEND, education, or teaching.
• Patient, resilient, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Confident supporting students with a range of learning and behavioural needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students.
• Help students access the curriculum and participate in lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Provide additional assistance to students needing extra learning support.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Patience

Adaptability

Resilience

Eagerness to learn

Education

2:1 degree

Job description

Secondary LSA | Brentwood Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with young people? Are you considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or special educational needs? If so, this Secondary LSA opportunity in Brentwood could be the perfect next step.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Secondary Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work in secondary schools across Brentwood. This role is ideal for graduates who are passionate about education and want to develop their classroom experience while supporting students to reach their full potential.

Why choose this Secondary LSA role?

• Work in local secondary schools across Brentwood
• Gain invaluable classroom experience as a Secondary LSA
• Support students aged 1116 across a range of subjects
• Develop your understanding of SEND and additional learning needs
• Build valuable behaviour management and communication skills
• Excellent preparation for PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training routes
• Full-time, term-time only position

Looking for a Secondary LSA who...

• Holds a minimum 2:1 degree
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Is passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed
• Is confident working with students on a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Has an interest in SEND, education, or teaching
• Is patient, resilient, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff
• Is confident supporting students with a range of learning and behavioural needs

As a Secondary LSA, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to support students both inside and outside the classroom. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, help students access the curriculum, encourage positive behaviour, and provide additional assistance to those who may require extra support with their learning.

The successful Secondary LSA will gain valuable experience working with a variety of year groups and learning needs while developing the practical skills required for a successful career in education.

This Secondary LSA role in Brentwood offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school environment while making a genuine difference to students' educational journeys. It is particularly well suited to graduates considering a future career in teaching, SEND, educational psychology, or other education-related professions.