Learning Support Assistant - SEN School (Term-Time)

Teaching Personnel; Witham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking Learning Support Assistants to help children with learning difficulties in a SEN school in Witham. This role focuses on supporting pupils in the classroom, improving access to learning, and promoting social interaction within a structured school day.

Ideal candidates bring care-sector experience, a calm, patient demeanor, and a willingness to undergo Enhanced DBS checks. Term-time hours and supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who have learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.
• Care background is valued in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning difficulties in the classroom.
• Assist pupils with learning, routines, and social interaction.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other support staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence and emotional regulation.
• Be a consistent, trusted adult in the school day.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Additional needs experience

Emotional resilience

Calm under pressure

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking Learning Support Assistants to help children with learning difficulties in a SEN school in Witham. This role focuses on supporting pupils in the classroom, improving access to learning, and promoting social interaction within a structured school day.

Ideal candidates bring care-sector experience, a calm, patient demeanor, and a willingness to undergo Enhanced DBS checks. Term-time hours and supportive team environment are offered.