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.
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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.

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