Job description
Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Mainstream School – Newmarket – Start Date ASAP
Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Newmarket. This is a full‑time, Monday-Friday position supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs within a mainstream classroom environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident practitioner with strong SEN experience who is passionate about helping children access learning, build confidence, and make progress both academically and socially.
The school is looking for a patient, resilient and proactive LSA who can provide high‑quality support, adapt learning tasks, and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
📌 CONTRACT DETAILS
Location – Newmarket
Position – Learning Support Assistant (SEN – Mainstream)
Type of work – SEN support (1:1 and/or in‑class support)
Start date – ASAP
Duration – Ongoing / Long‑term
Full time/part‑time – Full time, Monday-Friday
Minimum rate of pay – £90-£110 per day
Hours – School hours (approx. 8:30am – 3:30pm)
📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with SEN in a mainstream school (essential)
Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or other additional needs
Understanding of behaviour strategies and differentiated support
Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable)
Relevant TA/LSA/SEN qualifications (desirable)
✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Provide two professional child‑related references
💼 OTHER INFORMATION