Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant About the role We are seeking a dedicated learning support assistant to join a nurturing and inclusive special school in Hertfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a setting where your input truly makes a difference – supporting young children with complex needs and developmental stages equivalent to 18 months to 3 years. Key responsibilities • Full-time, permanent position starting September 2025 • Work closely each morning with a highly experienced and supportive staff member • Support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping them build the foundational skills they need • Friday afternoons dedicated to training and professional development • School day finishes at 1:40 pm, allowing for a healthy work-life balance What we’re looking for • Previous Early Years experience is highly desirable • Warm, patient and passionate about supporting children with additional needs • Enthusiastic about learning, and open to regular training and development • A genuine interest in inclusive education and special needs support Why this school? • Strong culture of collaboration and care • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child\’s early life • Ongoing support from experienced staff and senior leadership • Professional growth through structured training If you have a caring nature, an Early Years background, and a passion for supporting children in a meaningful way, we’d love to hear from you. Why work via Teach Now? Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Safer recruitment Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance