1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Primary School

1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Primary School Southend-on-Sea | Full-Time | Term Time Only Are you passionate about making a real difference to a child's educational journey? Protocol Education is seeking a…

Pay rate £13.98 – £16.20/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 24 August 2026

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1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Primary School

Southend-on-Sea | Full-Time | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about making a real difference to a child's educational journey?

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated and caring 1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming primary school in Southend-on-Sea on a full-time basis. This rewarding role involves providing individual support to a pupil, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential within the classroom environment.

The Role

As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated support to a pupil on a one-to-one basis
Assist with learning activities inside and outside the classroom
Support the child's academic, social, and emotional development
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies
Promote independence, confidence, and engagement in learning
Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, or support setting is desirable
A patient, nurturing, and positive attitude
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience supporting children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential
A genuine passion for helping children succeed

Why Work with Protocol Education?

Dedicated Consultant Support

Personal consultant available throughout your placement
Guidance and support every step of the way

Competitive Weekly Pay

Weekly PAYE pay
No hidden umbrella company costs

Free CPD & Training

Access to a wide range of professional development courses
SEND and safeguarding training available

Access to Great Schools

Opportunities within supportive and welcoming local schools
Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities

Rewarding Work

Make a genuine difference to a child's progress and wellbeing
Gain valuable experience in a primary school setting
If you're a compassionate and committed individual looking to support a child on a one-to-one basis and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Protocol Education and start your next rewarding role in Southend-on-Sea!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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