Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School in Southend

Teaching Personnel; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A large secondary school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their SEND team. In this full-time, long-term role, you will support students in accessing learning, build confidence, and encourage academic progress. The school fosters an inclusive environment and prioritises pupil wellbeing. Candidates should be patient, reliable, and able to manage behaviour effectively. Join a welcoming SEND team with supportive leadership and well-established systems.

Benefits

Welcoming and experienced SEND team

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Patient, reliable, confident in supporting children with varied needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach.
• Ability to follow guidance while using initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals or small groups under the direction of teaching staff.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Assist with activities that develop literacy and core learning skills.
• Promote student independence and engagement.
• Provide tailored support for pupils with SEND.

Skills

Patient

Reliable

Behaviour management

Calm approach

Use of initiative

Job description

Overview

Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Hours: School hours (08:30 start - 08:00 arrival on first day)

A large and supportive secondary school in Southend is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their SEND team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an inclusive environment that prioritises pupil wellbeing, behaviour, and academic progress.

As an LSA, you will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and senior staff to support students both in and out of the classroom. Your role will be centred around helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and make strong progress.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals or small groups under the direction of teaching staff.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Assist with activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and core learning skills.
• Support pupils using ICT and promote independence.
• Deliver planned learning activities, interventions, and tasks set by the teacher.
• Promote positive behaviour and help pupils stay focused and engaged.
• Encourage inclusion and provide tailored support for pupils with SEND, including those with EHCPs.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to pupils and staff on progress and behaviour.
• Help prepare and organise classroom resources.
• Attend to pupils' personal, social, and welfare needs as required.
• Support with educational visits, work placements, and exam access arrangements (reader/scribe).
• Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Participate in relevant training and school meetings.

Qualifications

• Patient, reliable, and confident when supporting children with varied needs.
• Strong behaviour management and a calm, consistent approach.
• Ability to follow guidance while using initiative when necessary.
• A genuine interest in supporting young people's development.

Benefits

• A welcoming and experienced SEND team.
• Supportive leadership and well-established systems.