Learning Support Assistant – Ingatestone

Company: Randstad Staffing
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Location: Ingatestone
Job Description:

Learning Support Assistant

Can you look past a child’s challenging behaviour and see the frustration or unmet need that is driving it? Are you highly observant, spotting when a pupil needs a sensory break before their frustration boils over into a melt‑down? Do you want a full‑time role that allows you to become a familiar, comforting constant in a child’s school routine? If you are a natural problem‑solver who loves helping children overcome barriers to learning, we want you on our team.

Randstad Education is looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants to provide high‑quality 1:1 and small‑group support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will be the vital champion who helps children break through learning barriers, build confidence, and feel safe. If you want to work alongside a passionate team in a highly inclusive environment, let’s talk.

Location: IngatestoneContract: Full‑Time Permanent position (Monday‑Friday inline with school hours)Start Date: ASAPQualification: SEN experience

Responsibilities

  • Provide targeted 1:1 and small‑group support to students with SEN.
  • Implement and track progress against Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
  • Assist teachers in adapting learning materials and classroom activities.
  • Support students’ social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
  • Observe, record, and report on student progress to the SENCO.

Preferred Skills

  • Proven experience supporting children with SEN (e.g., ASC, SEMH, SpLD).
  • A Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning is desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the UK curriculum.
  • Effective communication and positive behaviour management skills.
  • A full, clean driving licence and access to a car.

Personal Attributes

  • Comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
  • Ability to engage with, and build rapport with students.
  • Creative, proactive and flexible in supporting style.
  • Experience with SEND or knowledge of learning difficulties.
  • Patient, empathetic and resilient.
  • Professional and collaborative team member.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education’s child protection and UK eligibility vetting, including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you are interested, please email me your CV to durgakumari.v@randstad.co.uk and I will get back to you soon.

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Posted: June 15th, 2026