Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Colchester, Essex

Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Immediate & Upcoming Starts | Competitive Daily Rates

Gold Education Recruitment is currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work within primary schools across Colchester and the surrounding areas of Essex.

We have opportunities for experienced Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants and SEN Support Assistants who are passionate about making a positive difference to children's education and development.

Whether you are looking for full-time LSA work in Colchester, part-time Teaching Assistant opportunities or longer-term primary school support roles, Gold Education Recruitment would love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other school staff to provide valuable support to pupils across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

• Supporting pupils with their learning in the classroom.
• Providing 1:1 support to children with additional learning needs.
• Working with small groups to support literacy, numeracy and other curriculum activities.
• Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning resources.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
• Supporting children's emotional wellbeing and development.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have previous experience working within a UK primary school.
• Have experience supporting children in EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Are confident working with children who may have additional learning or behavioural needs.
• Have a patient, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Are reliable, flexible and professional.
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties or other additional needs would be advantageous.

Why Work with Gold Education Recruitment?

Gold Education Recruitment is an established education recruitment agency supporting primary and secondary schools throughout Essex.

We offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE payments with no umbrella companies.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term school placements.
• A dedicated and experienced education recruitment consultant.
• A friendly and supportive registration process.
• Opportunities with primary schools across Colchester and the surrounding areas.

Gold Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references