Learning Support Assistant

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Learning Support Assistant Opportunities Across Harlow

£92–£110 per day | Flexible, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Make a difference. Build experience. Find a role that's right for you.

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant who enjoys working with children and wants to build a career in education?

Whether you already have SEN experience or are looking to develop your skills supporting children with additional needs, we have opportunities available across Harlow and the surrounding area.

We are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants for welcoming primary schools, with opportunities available throughout the 2026 academic year.

Find an opportunity that works for YOU

Looking for flexibility?
Choose day-to-day or bank work and gain experience across different schools and learning environments, while working around your availability.

Want something more consistent?
Our long-term positions allow you to become a familiar and trusted member of a school team, build strong relationships with pupils and see the progress you help them achieve. Some opportunities can develop into permanent positions, or alternatively a permanent position from the start, whichever suits you best 

Want to build your SEN experience?
Many of our roles involve supporting children with additional needs, giving you the opportunity to develop your understanding of SEN and gain valuable experience with different support strategies and approaches.

About the Role

As an LSA, you'll play an important role in helping children access education, develop their independence and reach their potential.

You may provide one-to-one or small-group support, working alongside class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

Depending on the setting, you may support children with:

Autism (ASC)
ADHD
SEMH
Speech and language needs
Moderate and severe learning difficulties
Physical disabilities
Other additional and complex needs
Your responsibilities may include:

Providing one-to-one and small-group support
Supporting pupils with additional needs
Helping children access and engage with learning
Supporting targets outlined within pupils' EHCPs
Adapting activities to meet individual needs

What we're looking for

We're looking for people who genuinely want to make a difference to children's lives.

We're particularly interested in candidates with:

Experience working with children or young people
Experience within education, care, support or youth work
Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs
A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
The ability to build strong relationships with children
A genuine passion for supporting children's development
Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential. Your attitude, experience, reliability and willingness to learn are just as important.

What we can offer you

£92–£110 per day, depending on experience and assignment.

Plus:

✔ Flexible day-to-day and bank work
✔ Regular weekly opportunities
✔ Long-term LSA and SEN positions
✔ Permanent opportunities
✔ Access to a range of primary and specialist settings
✔ The opportunity to build experience supporting children with additional needs
✔ Training and professional development opportunities
✔ Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
✔ Opportunities to find a school that's the right fit for you
✔ The chance to build a rewarding career while making a real difference

Your next opportunity could be waiting in Harlow...

Whether you're an experienced LSA, have previous experience working with children, or are looking to take your first step into education, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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