Education Support Officer

Location: Leigh-on-Sea

Education Support Officer

Leigh-on-Sea | £23,557 pro rate | Mon to Thurs 8:30am-5:00pm | 30 hours per week Term Time only

The Role

Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about supporting learners and helping them thrive? Join our clients dynamic team as an Education Support Assistant, where you’ll work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored academic and emotional support to students with additional needs, whether in mainstream or specialist education settings.

This is a rewarding opportunity to empower students, promote independence, and ensure every learner feels heard, valued, and supported.

Job Responsibilities

Deliver targeted support to individuals and small groups based on personalised support plans

Promote learner voice and independence across all aspects of college life

Collaborate with academic staff and Learning Mentors to monitor progress and improve outcomes

Support attendance and punctuality interventions

Assist with educational activities, including trips and residentials

Advocate for students and help them develop self-advocacy skills

Adapt teaching materials and provide scribing/reading assistance where needed

Help students plan for life beyond their current programme

What you’ll need

A confident, approachable personality

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in customer service or a learner-facing role (ideal but not essential)

A genuine passion for education and student wellbeing

In date Enhanced DBS or on the update system

Drivers licence due to location of work or living in the Leigh/Eastwood area

What’s in it for you?

Fixed Term Contract until end of June 2026 – then could be extended

£23,557 pro rata

Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm (1 hour lunch) Fridays off! Term time only

Located at Southend

Immediate start

Off street parking

Pension Scheme

Holiday Accrual