Job Description:

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Basildon - September Start

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Basildon, starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children in their learning and helping them reach their full potential within a positive and inclusive school environment.

The school is looking for a committed practitioner with strong communication skills, a patient and nurturing approach, and a genuine desire to support pupils both academically and socially.

📌 CONTRACT DETAILS

Location - Basildon
Position - Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Type of work - Classroom and learning support
Start date - September
Duration - Ongoing / Long-term
Full time/part-time - Full time
Rate of pay - £90-£100 per day (depending on experience)
Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm

📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting children in a UK school setting (placements accepted)
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or Learning Support qualifications desirable
• Experience working with pupils with additional learning needs is beneficial
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)

✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
• Provide two professional child-related references

💼 OTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to an in-house Training & Development Team
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate