Learning Support Assistant (Southend-on-sea)

Teaching Personnel; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Job Role: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Southend-on-Sea

Salary: NJC Point 6 - £25,183 PA; £19,118.28 pro rata

Hours: Full-time, term-time only

Contract: Permanent

About the Academy

Our client is committed to providing a pioneering and rigorous learning environment where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Their focus on innovation, challenge, and success ensures that pupils thrive in a supportive and engaging setting.

Our client values professional development and equality of opportunity, fostering an inclusive and welcoming community. With a strong record of academic excellence and a modern learning environment, they provide a stimulating space where both students and staff can excel.

They promote an ICT-rich learning experience, encouraging development both inside and outside the classroom. Staff work alongside a highly motivated and supportive team, dedicated to providing an outstanding education for all students.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our client, a thriving Academy in Southend-on-Sea. The successful candidate will provide essential support to students with additional learning needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential. This role is perfect for someone passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in students’ lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom, ensuring they have access to the curriculum.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and additional learning needs.
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions to support academic and social development.
• Assist with behaviour management and promote positive learning attitudes.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage and develop students’ confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Support students with personal care needs where necessary.

What Our Client is Looking For

• Experience working with children, preferably in a school setting.
• A passion for supporting young people with diverse learning needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check).

What Our Client Offers

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role making a real impact on students' education and well-being.
• Term-time working hours, offering an excellent work-life balance.

How to Apply:
To apply, please send a copy of your up to date CV to [e-mail]

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.