SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Benfleet, Essex

Location: Benfleet, Essex Start Date: After October Half Term – November 2026 Contract: Full-Time | Monday to Friday Salary: Competitive Daily Rate Agency: TeacherActive

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a fantastic specialist school in Benfleet, Essex, starting after the October half-term.

The school supports children and young people with a range of complex learning needs and disabilities, providing a nurturing, inclusive and supportive environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous SEND experience who is looking to make a real difference in a specialist educational setting.

The Role

As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.

Supporting pupils with autism (ASC), severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs, depending on the class.

Assisting teachers with delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.

Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

Providing personal care where required.

Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.

Is patient, caring, reliable and enthusiastic.

Has experience supporting pupils with complex needs, although additional training can be provided.

Is comfortable assisting with personal care where required.

Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Is available to start after October half-term.

Experience in specialist schools, care settings, residential services or mainstream SEND provisions would be highly beneficial.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

Competitive rates of pay.

Access to a dedicated recruitment consultant.

Opportunities for ongoing and long-term placements.

Access to CPD courses and professional development.

A £100 referral bonus when you refer a friend who successfully completes 10 days of work (terms apply).

Support throughout your placement.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Rayia Kelynack at TeacherActive

Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be subject to the appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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