Job Description:

Location: Brentwood, Essex
Role: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available
Agency: TeacherActive
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for your next opportunity in education?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within schools and specialist education settings across Brentwood and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with their learning, development and wellbeing.

As a Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils

• Supporting pupils with their learning and classroom activities

• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills

• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs and SEND

• Assisting the class teacher with the delivery of lessons and activities

• Helping to manage behaviour and encourage positive engagement

• Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

• Following individual education and behaviour plans where required

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with children or young people

• Have previous experience within a school, SEND, care, youth work or similar setting

• Are patient, resilient and approachable

• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Are confident supporting pupils with a range of learning needs

• Are reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Have a genuine passion for helping children reach their potential

• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Previous classroom experience is desirable, although candidates with transferable experience from care, support work, youth work, sports coaching or other child-focused settings are also encouraged to apply.

Working with TeacherActive gives you access to:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements

• A variety of opportunities across Brentwood and the surrounding areas

• Flexible full-time and part-time work

• Competitive rates of pay

• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and educational settings

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and are looking for your next Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Brentwood, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join TeacherActive and make a positive difference to a young person's education.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and requires you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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.