Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEND LSA
Location: Basildon
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £95 - £105 per day

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)?

Are you patient, caring and committed to helping every child achieve their full potential?

Do you thrive in a rewarding 1:1 support role within a specialist educational setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming Special School in Basildon that provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school is committed to delivering personalised support, promoting independence and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed in a safe and supportive setting.

The school is looking to appoint a part-time SEND LSA from September 2026. The successful SEND LSA will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SLD, working closely with the class teacher and wider multidisciplinary team to encourage engagement, independence and positive learning outcomes throughout the school day.

The successful SEND LSA will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly SLD
• Previous experience working in a Special School or similar setting
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting individual learning needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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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.

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

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.