SEND Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their dynamic team in Colchester. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children with special needs. You will be part of a supportive environment, helping pupils thrive and succeed in their educational journey. With a focus on empowering students with various needs, including MLD, SLD, ASD, and PMLD, your passion and commitment will be key. Join us in inspiring and creating change for those who need it most!

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Supportive team environment

Potential for permanent position

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with special needs.
• Friendly, positive, and patient approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital assistance to children with special needs.
• Support children's educational journey in a specialist school.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

First Aid training

Manual Handling training

Hoisting training

Patience

Positive attitude

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

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SEND Learning Support Assistant, Colchester

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Join a Dynamic Team as an LSA Supporting SEND Pupils – Make a Real Impact!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children and vulnerable adults with special needs? Do you have a passion for working with those who need extra support? Whether you come from a social care background or have personal experience supporting SEND, we want to hear from you!

Protocol Education is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a specialist school focused on empowering pupils with a variety of special needs, including MLD, SLD, ASD, and PMLD.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where you’ll provide vital assistance to children, helping them thrive in their educational journey. While experience in SEND is a plus, it’s not a must—what matters most is your dedication and willingness to make a difference!

What are we looking for?

• A friendly, positive, and patient approach to teaching and learning
• Strong relationship-building skills with children
• Training in First Aid, Manual Handling, and Hoisting (Desirable but not essential)
• A passion for supporting children with special needs

This is a long-term, full-time position requiring availability 5 days a week (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM), making it a fantastic opportunity for those who want to dedicate themselves to a rewarding and impactful role.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply now!

Let’s work together to inspire, support, and create change for children with special needs!

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

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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