Join Our Team as a Learning Support Assistant!
Location: Ingatestone, Essex Salary: Competitive (based on experience and qualifications) Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity as a Teaching Assistant in the Ingatestone area?
If you have experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and want to make a meaningful impact in local primary schools, we'd love to hear from you!
About the Role: We're looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant who thrives in a creative and inclusive environment.
This role focuses on creating a happy, positive atmosphere where all children can achieve their best.
You'll be working hands-on with students, especially those with SEN, helping them grow academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 Support – Offer personalised assistance to SEN students in the classroom, ensuring they feel supported and engaged.
Collaborate with Teachers – Assist teachers in implementing individualised education plans (IEPs), adapting your approach to meet each student's unique needs.
Positive Behaviour Management – Use positive reinforcement and behaviour management strategies to help de-escalate challenges, promoting a calm learning environment.
Build Strong Relationships – Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and other professionals involved in each student's education, keeping detailed records of their progress.
Create a Welcoming Environment – Help foster a positive, inclusive classroom where all students feel accepted and ready to learn.
This role offers the opportunity to make a difference every day, providing students with the patience, empathy, and guidance they need to succeed.
Requirements: Right to Work in the UK – A must-have for this role.
Valid DBS Check – Or willingness to apply for one.
SEN Experience – Prior experience working with students with SEN in a school or similar setting.
Adaptability & Patience – Understanding different learning styles and adapting your approach as needed.
Why Work with Us?
By joining Protocol Education, you'll enjoy: Competitive Pay – A salary that reflects your experience and skills.
Flexible Hours – Opportunities for part-time and full-time roles to suit your schedule.
Variety of Schools – Work across multiple primary schools in Chelmsford, giving you a well-rounded experience.
Career Growth – Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
If you're passionate about supporting children with SEN and creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment, APPLY NOW and take the next step in your career!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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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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