Learning Support Assistant

£15,207.27 - £15,938.93 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Part Time

26.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

April 2026 Start

Lift Pioneer – Ghyllgrove, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2LA
, United Kingdom

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team at Pioneer School, a special school providing for children and young people between the ages of 3 to 19 with Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties.

• You will work in partnership with class teachers to support pupils' learning.
• You will attend to pupils’ personal needs, including toileting, dressing, feeding and mobility.

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs is a plus.
• This role would also be a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in an SEN classroom.
• You’ll need to take a basic numeracy & literacy test as part of the application process.

Lift Pioneer is a successful special school that provides for children and young people between the ages of 3 and 19. We have purpose-built facilities and a modern, inspiring learning environment, complete with a wide range of resources. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our pupils and enabling them to experience success.

School visits are welcome. To arrange, please contact Cathy Duff, School Operations Manager on

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organization.

• Comprehensive training:
  Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits:
  From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks:
  Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Closing date: 15th March 2026