Are you looking for a position where your day‑to‑day work directly helps execute and track vital EHCP progress targets?
Do you believe that with the right, patient champion, every child with additional needs can access a full curriculum?
Are you seeking the security of a permanent, full‑time contract within an exceptionally supportive educational family?
If you are a natural problem‑solver who loves helping children overcome barriers to learning, we want you on our team.
Position
Learning Support Assistant
Location
Rayleigh
Contract Type
Full‑time Permanent position
Start Date
ASAP
Qualification
SEN experience
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.
This is a full‑time permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday – Friday inline with school hours.
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
- Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
- Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
- Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
- Have experience with SEND or knowledge learning difficulties.
- Patient, empathetic, and resilient.
- A professional and collaborative team member.
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