Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Witham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited invites applications for Learning Support Assistant (LSA) roles in Witham, Essex. We are seeking caring, enthusiastic individuals to support children and young people in schools and specialist settings, delivering 1-to-1 and small-group assistance.

The role involves helping with learning, behaviour, social and emotional development, and collaboration with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Previous experience in a school, SEND, care, youth work or similar environment.
• Patience, caring and resilience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-to-1 and small-group support.
• Support pupils with classroom activities and their learning.
• Help pupils remain focused, engaged and motivated.
• Support children with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom resources.
• Support pupils with their social and emotional development.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• Help to create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.

Skills

Experience with children

School/SEND experience

Communication skills

Team player

Patience

Reliability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Witham

Location: Witham, Essex

Role: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities

Agency: TeacherActive

Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Learning Support Assistant looking for your next opportunity in education?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within schools and specialist education settings across Witham and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with their learning, development and wellbeing.

The Role

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1-to-1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with classroom activities and their learning
• Helping pupils remain focused, engaged and motivated
• Supporting children with SEND and additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom resources
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development
• Building positive and professional relationships with pupils
• Helping to create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

The Ideal Candidate

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Have previous experience within a school, SEND, care, youth work or similar environment
• Are patient, caring and resilient
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Are confident supporting pupils with a range of learning needs
• Are reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Have a genuine passion for helping children reach their potential
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Previous classroom experience is desirable but not always essential. Candidates with transferable experience from childcare, care, support work, youth work, sports coaching or other child-focused settings are also encouraged to apply.

Why Work Through TeacherActive?

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements
• Opportunities across Witham and the surrounding areas
• Flexible full-time and part-time work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of schools and educational settings
• Support throughout the registration and placement process

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and are looking for your next Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Witham, we would love to hear from you.

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.

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.

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