About the role
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract: Full-time / Long-term opportunities available
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Vision for Education is working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school in Colchester to appoint a 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant. The role involves providing dedicated support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs, helping them to access learning and develop socially and emotionally in a positive school environment.
This position is ideal for a caring, patient, and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties)
2. Support learning, engagement, and emotional regulation throughout the school day
3. Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider support staff
4. Implement agreed strategies to promote independence and positive behaviour
5. Support with classroom routines, transitions, and inclusion
6. Maintain safeguarding and child protection standards at all times
Requirements
7. Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school, nursery, or care setting)
8. A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach
9. Strong communication and teamwork skills
10. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
11. Right to work in the UK
Why Work with Vision for Education?
12. Long-term and permanent opportunities available
13. Weekly pay through PAYE
14. Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
15. Dedicated consultant support
16. Opportunities to work within welcoming, inclusive schools