Experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Primary School
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Full-Time | Term Time Only
Competitive Daily Rate
Make a Difference Every Day
Protocol Education is seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Southend-on-Sea. This rewarding opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential in a nurturing educational environment.
The Role
As an SEN LSA, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs.
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
- Support children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other additional learning requirements.
- Implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
- Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN within a primary school setting.
- A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- The ability to adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs.
- Relevant qualifications or training in education, childcare, or SEN support (desirable).
Why Join Protocol Education?
At Protocol Education, we value our educators and offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive pay rates paid weekly
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Access to free CPD and professional development courses
- Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and flexible work
- Online timesheets for quick and easy submission
- Refer-a-friend scheme with great rewards
- Access to wellbeing support and resources
- Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and settings
- A trusted education recruitment specialist with strong local school partnerships
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.
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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Experienced SEN Primary LSA in Southend-on-Sea employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer for teachers seeking meaningful roles in Bristol's vibrant educational landscape. With a strong commitment to professional development, supportive leadership, and a collaborative work culture, we empower educators to thrive while making a real difference in students' lives. Our flexible opportunities, competitive pay, and the potential for permanent placements after just 15 weeks make us an attractive choice for both early career and experienced teachers.
