Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Mill End Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent educational provider is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Mill End Green. The role involves supporting students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs within a structured environment. Ideal candidates should have a passion for education and a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of young people. Full training is provided, and the position requires building supportive relationships within the classroom. This is a full-time, long-term role, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in education, care, youth work, or support work.
• Commitment to supporting young people with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Work with teachers and staff to create a nurturing environment.
• Build trusting relationships and provide calm support.

Job description

Overview

✨ Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Specialist Provision, Great Dunmow ✨

Protocol Education are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join an independent specialist provision in Great Dunmow.

The school provides high-quality, positive, and relevant educational experiences for children and young people aged 11–19 who have ongoing social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, alongside associated complex needs. The provision focuses on supporting students both academically and emotionally, helping them to develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills.

Responsibilities

As an LSA, you will support pupils within the classroom and through targeted interventions, working closely with teachers and the wider staff team to create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. Building trusting relationships and providing consistent, calm support are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with SEMH or SEND is welcomed but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. This role would suit someone with experience or interest in education, care, youth work, or support work, and who is passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives.

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

Hours

Full-time, long-term position.

Monday to Friday | School hours.

Application

If you are committed to supporting young people with complex needs and want to be part of a dedicated and supportive team, please apply today.

Additional Information

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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