Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for 1:1 Child

Protocol Education Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder in a supportive primary school. The role requires experience in autism strategy implementation and a resilient approach. The ideal candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to foster a safe learning environment. Competitive pay rates and ongoing support are offered for this crucial role in education.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Competitive pay rates and weekly pay

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Calm and patient approach to working with children with severe needs.
• Experience using autism-friendly strategies to support learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and sensory needs.
• Implement strategies outlined in the child’s EHCP.
• Assist in transitions, routines, and structured activities.

Skills

Experience supporting children with severe ASD and complex needs

Calm, patient and resilient approach

Knowledge of autism-friendly strategies

Ability to build strong, trusting relationships

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Team Teach or similar training

Job description

We are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a child with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This role is ideal for an experienced LSA or support worker who is confident working with complex needs and is committed to helping children access learning in a safe, structured and nurturing environment.

The Role

• Providing consistent 1:1 support for a pupil with severe ASD
• Supporting emotional regulation, communication and sensory needs
• Implementing strategies outlined in the child’s EHCP
• Supporting access to learning and inclusion within the classroom
• Assisting with transitions, routines and structured activities
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team
• Ensuring safeguarding, behaviour and care plans are followed at all times

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience supporting children with severe ASD and complex needs
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Knowledge of autism-friendly strategies (e.g. visual supports, routines, sensory regulation)
• The ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Team Teach or similar training is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• A consistent 1:1 placement within one primary school
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Competitive pay rates and weekly pay
• Full safeguarding and compliance support through the agency

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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