Details:
- Salary: £95 - 105 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Colchester
- Date: 19 hours ago
Description:
SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Colchester
Location: Colchester, Essex
Role: SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities
Agency: TeacherActive
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Are you a patient, caring and resilient Learning Support Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
TeacherActive is currently recruiting dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistants to work within schools and specialist education settings across Colchester and the surrounding areas.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference to pupils who require additional support with their learning, communication, behaviour and personal development.
The Role
As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils to provide individualised support and help them access their education in a positive and inclusive environment.
Your responsibilities may include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND
Supporting children with needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, communication needs and learning difficulties
Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities
Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and communication development
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour
Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour
Following individual education, behaviour and support plans
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other education professionals
Providing a calm, safe and nurturing learning environment
Supporting pupils throughout the school day where required
The Ideal Candidate
We would love to
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment