Secondary Learning Support Assistant – SEND

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

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a large secondary school in Southend-on-Sea. The role focuses on helping pupils access learning, building confidence, and making progress within the SEND team.

You will work with class teachers, the SENCO, and senior staff to support students in and out of class, delivering planned activities and interventions while promoting inclusion and safeguarding at all times.

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.
• Genuine interest in supporting young people’s development.

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.

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a large secondary school in Southend-on-Sea. The role focuses on helping pupils access learning, building confidence, and making progress within the SEND team.

You will work with class teachers, the SENCO, and senior staff to support students in and out of class, delivering planned activities and interventions while promoting inclusion and safeguarding at all times.