SEND Learning Support Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Loughton. This full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children with special needs. You will work closely with a supportive team, assisting pupils with various challenges including MLD, SLD, ASD, and PMLD. Your friendly demeanor and strong relationship-building skills will be essential in fostering a positive learning environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to commit to a long-term role, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Potential for permanent position

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND is a plus but not essential.
• Passion for supporting children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital assistance to children with special needs.
• Support children in their educational journey.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Friendly and positive approach

First Aid training

Manual Handling training

Hoisting training

Education

Relevant qualifications for working with children

Job description

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SEND Learning Support Assistant, Loughton

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Loughton, 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:

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?

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 great 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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