Learning Support Assistant for Secondary

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a passionate Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Chelmsford. The role involves providing tailored support to students with diverse needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and collaborating with teaching staff to enhance educational experiences. Applicants should have a strong background working with children and possess an enhanced DBS certificate.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Constant support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in school or support roles.
• Genuine interest in education and desire to make a difference.
• CV covering last ten years without unexplained gaps.

Responsibilities

• Support students in a range of secondary subjects.
• Assist pupils with special educational needs, including those with EHCPs.
• Contribute to planning and evaluating individual support programmes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Learning Support Assistant for Secondary

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant for Secondary

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant – Secondary
Location: Chelmsford
Salary Range: £85 - £130 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: September 2025
Contract: Part-time

Do you have a passion for supporting young people in reaching their full potential?

GSL Education are recruiting a caring Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a thriving, welcoming school in Chelmsford. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about education, eager to provide tailored support to students with diverse needs and help them thrive in a secondary classroom setting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support students in a range of subjects in the secondary level.
• Assist pupils with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to deliver targeted interventions.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Liaise with teaching staff, SENCO, and external professionals to ensure student progress.
• Contribute to the planning and evaluation of individual support programmes.

Candidate Expectations:

• Previous experience working with children (in school, youth work or support roles).
• A genuine interest in education and a desire to make a difference.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different learning needs and classroom environments.
• Have anupdated CV(covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and anenhanced DBS registered to the update service(or be willing to apply for one).
• Supportive school environments where your expertise will be valued and appreciated.
• Constant support from a dedicated consultant.

Join us as aLearning Support Assistant (LSA) inChelmsfordand help inspire the next generation of students to explore the wonders of design and technology!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in theLearning Support Assistant (LSA) role in, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.