LSA Mainstream

Learning Support Assistant – 1:1 SEN Support

Location: Colchester |
Full-time/Part-time available

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives? We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN in a mainstream primary school setting.

• Supporting a child’s learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing on a 1:1 basis
• Working closely with class teachers to implement personalised strategies
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and engagement in all areas of learning
• Supporting the wider school team with classroom activities and routines

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school environment
• Empathetic, patient, and understanding, with a genuine interest in children’s development
• A proactive team player who uses initiative and adapts to the needs of the classroom
• Confident in providing 1:1 support while fostering independence and positive behaviour

• Flexible work tailored around school needs and your availability
• Supportive, friendly team and personalised guidance
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience in SEN and mainstream settings
• Competitive rates and ongoing professional development

If you’re committed to helping children thrive, supporting their learning, and being a valued part of a school community, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a team making a real impact in Colchester schools.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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