Primary Learning Support Assistant – Chelmsford Start Date: ASAP | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Requirements: Strong academics + genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs

 

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their supportive team. This role would be particularly well suited to a Psychology Graduate, Education Graduate or related graduate looking to gain valuable hands-on experience working with children in a primary school environment.

  About the Role As a Primary Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs
• Support children with accessing the curriculum and completing classroom activities
• Assist pupils with developing their confidence, independence and engagement with learning
• Support children's social, emotional and behavioural development throughout the school day
• Build positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider pastoral team
• Help create a calm, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote good learning habits
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teaching and SEN staff where appropriate

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about working with children and wants to gain meaningful experience within a primary school setting.

  Why This Role Suits a Graduate Working as a Primary Learning Support Assistant provides valuable experience for graduates considering future careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• Primary Teaching and teacher training
• Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Child and adolescent mental health
• Speech and language support
• Behavioural or therapeutic support
• Child development and education

You will gain first-hand experience of how learning needs, behaviour, communication and emotional development can influence a child's experience of school.

  The Ideal Primary Learning Support Assistant The school is looking for someone who is:

• Educated to degree level, ideally with a 2:1 or First Class degree in Psychology, Education or a related subject
• Patient, empathetic and confident when working with children
• Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Calm, resilient and able to respond positively to challenging situations
• A strong communicator with a proactive and supportive approach
• Reliable, reflective and eager to develop their understanding of SEN
• Interested in pursuing a long-term career working with children or young people
• Enthusiastic about supporting children's academic, social and emotional development

 

If you're a graduate looking to take the next step in your career and gain valuable experience as a Primary Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, apply today with your updated CV.

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