Job Description

SEND Learning Support Assistant – Basildon

Permanent Position | Full Time | Immediate Interviews Available

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive school in Basildon that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant on a permanent basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs, helping them to build confidence, develop independence, and engage positively with learning.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will work closely with teaching staff and the wider SEND team to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health challenges.

The Role

The SEND Learning Support Assistant will:

Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND

Support students both inside and outside of the classroom

Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans

Encourage positive engagement, confidence, and emotional wellbeing

Build strong and trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Support the creation of a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with SEND

A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

The ability to adapt support strategies to meet individual needs

A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

An understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices

In Return, the School Offers:

A supportive and welcoming team environment

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

A highly rewarding role where no two days are the same

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives

A permanent role within a well-established school setting

If you are looking for your next opportunity within SEND education and want to join a school where your support truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact TeacherActive today.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment