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Learning Support Assistant (SG)

TCHC

Basildon

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 25,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Job summary

A supportive educational organization based in Basildon is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to provide individual and group support to learners. The role involves assisting with educational activities, lesson preparation, and promoting safeguarding practices. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and training in special education needs. This part-time position offers a gross salary of £21,546 per annum and a fixed-term contract until July 2026, along with supportive benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual leave up to 25 days plus 8 public Bank Holidays

Pension scheme after 3 months

Employee Assistance Programme

Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period

Reimbursement of travel expenses

Qualifications

Qualified to PTLLS and GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C or above.
Experience with safeguarding and ASD knowledge.
Behaviour management training required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to learners in group and individual settings.
Assist with lesson preparation and Individual Student Plans.
Promote safeguarding and confidentiality policies.

Skills

Passion for education

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Education

PTLLS qualification

GCSE in English and Maths at grade C or above

L2 / L3 Safeguarding

Who are we

TCHC Group has been creating opportunities since 2004 supporting young people and adults to learn achieve and progress. Were an ethical friendly and disability-confident employer that believes in working together to make a difference.

TCHC is a disability confident committed employer.

Who are we looking for

Were looking for a passionate LSA to support learners. Youll provide 1 : 1 and small group interventions support EHCP reviews and help learners gain independence confidence and positive outcomes. At our centre we aim to create an environment where learning is engaging and tailored to meet the needs of every learner.

Job Title

Learning Support Assistant

Location

Basildon Southgate

Working Hours

8.30 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday 1-hour lunch 37.5 hours per week (Term Time only 38 plus 2 weeks). Some flexibility on these hours may be required.

Contract Type

Fixed-term contract until July 2026

Reports to

Centre Manager

Salary Band

21546 gross per annum (FT equivalent 24570)

What are we looking for

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Qualifications

Qualified to PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) Essential
GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C or above Essential
L2 / L3 Safeguarding Essential
SEN qualifications demonstrating knowledge and competency with ASD (autism spectrum disorder)
Behaviour management training

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Provide direct support to learners in both group and individual settings
Play an active role in classroom and physical activities alongside tutors
Gain on-the-job training with continued professional development (CPD)
Assist with lesson preparation schemes of work Individual Student Plans (ISPs) and Care Plans
Maintain knowledge of each learners stage of development assessments and support needs
Support with educational visits and accompany learners when required
Follow and promote safeguarding health & safety confidentiality and data protection policies

Safeguarding Prevent & Equal Opportunities

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to Safer Recruitment Policies safeguarding practices complying with the Prevent Duty and advocating for the well‑being of children youth and pursuit of our dedication we will continuously enhance and refine our robust safeguarding processes and procedures fostering a culture of safeguarding among our team members and volunteers.

Commitment to Safeguarding

TCHC is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. All staff are expected to adhere to our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in their job description.

We conduct Safer Recruitment Checks on all staff prior to confirming a start date in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An online search of information within the public domain is conducted on all candidates who are invited to interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975 (amended 2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are protected so they do not need to be disclosed to employers and if they are disclosed employers cannot take them into account. The MOJs guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Please see our Recruitment with Safer Recruitment Policy for further information or get in touch on or

Pre‑employment checks

The company also conducts an internal online search on social media platforms in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Should any pertinent information arise from this search it will be discussed with the applicant as part of the recruitment process.

Please note that upon a successful job offer the company performs digitalised right‑to‑work checks and initiates DBS applications through an external service provider. An enhanced DBS check including the barred list is mandatory for this role.

Rewards for your hard work

Annual leave up to 25 days plus 8 public Bank Holidays
We operate a Christmas and New Year shutdown period in which you will receive an additional 3 days of leave at full pay to cover this closure period after 1 year of service.
When your birthday falls on a working day you will receive the day off at full pay.
Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period.
Pension scheme after 3 months you have been employed with us
Bupa Cash Plan level 1 paid by the company after the probationary period.
Employee Assistance Programme to access help and support 24 hours a day every day of the year for immediate family (eligibility applies)
Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to the qualifying conditions)
Long Service club loyalty gift upon completion of 5 and 10 years of continuous service
Quarterly and annual awards
Company tools and equipment for the performance of your duties
Reimbursement of travel expenses