Primary Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Primary Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming Chelmsford primary school for an immediate start. You will work with teachers to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, providing targeted help in class and small groups.

You should have experience with children, a good grasp of the primary curriculum, and strong communication and teamwork skills. An enhanced DBS via the update service is required to safeguard and protect students.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in a school or childcare setting.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Patient, adaptable and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection (enhanced DBS on the update service required).

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to the teacher during lessons.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage students' social and emotional development.

Skills

Experience with children

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Primary Learning Support Assistant - Chelmsford

Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £85 - £130 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary

Primary Learning Support Assistant Required - Immediate Start (Chelmsford)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners in a primary school setting?
Do you have the enthusiasm and dedication to help children reach their full potential?

GSL Education are currently seeking a committed and proactive Primary Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Chelmsford for an immediate start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact while gaining valuable classroom experience.

The Role

As a Primary Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to provide support across EYFS, KS1, or KS2. You may work with individuals or small groups, helping pupils stay engaged, build confidence, and achieve academically.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to the teacher during lessons.

• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions.

• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.

• Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.

• Encourage students' social and emotional development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.

• Understanding of the primary curriculum.

• Patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection (enhanced DBS on the update service required).