SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – SEN SupportBasildon & Surrounding Areas£94 - £110 per day

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work within lovely primary schools across Basildon and surrounding areas. We have a variety of opportunities available for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them thrive in the classroom.

Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary, long-term, short-term, or day-to-day cover, we have flexible roles to suit your availability and career goals.

As an LSA, you will work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist children with academic, social, and emotional development
• Support classroom activities and behaviour management
• Adapt learning resources where required
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

• Competitive daily pay: £94 - £110 per day
• Opportunities in welcoming and supportive primary schools
• Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Permanent and temporary contracts
• Long-term, short-term, and daily supply work
• Opportunities to progress within education settings
• Free online training opportunities to develop your skills
• Friendly and dedicated consultant support

• Experience working with children or SEN is desirable but not essential
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply and pay for one
• Right to work in the UK

ASAP

If you are looking for a rewarding role supporting children in education and want flexible opportunities in Basildon and the surrounding areas, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to start your journey in education!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Basildon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £94.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English