Looking to make a real difference, one child at a time?
We’re working with welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Enfield who are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join their team. This role is all about consistency, patience and building trust, supporting a pupil with additional needs to feel safe, understood and ready to learn each day.
You’ll play a key role in their school experience, providing individualised support that helps them navigate the classroom, regulate emotions and grow in confidence.
You’ll work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored support, adapt learning where needed, and create a calm, nurturing environment where your pupil can thrive.
If you’re caring, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting children with SEND, this could be a brilliant next step.
What you’ll be doing:
• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN throughout the school day
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs, including EHCP targets
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and engagement in lessons
• Using strategies such as visual aids, routines and positive reinforcement
• Building a strong, trusting relationship to support the pupil’s confidence and independence
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to monitor progress
What we’re looking for:
The right fit for this role is:
• Experience supporting children with SEN, or a strong interest in this area
• Calm, patient and able to build a consistent, trusting relationship
• A confident communicator who works well as part of a team
• Resilient and adaptable, ready to respond to individual needs each day
• Passionate about helping children feel secure, valued and capable
Why work with Protocol Education?
We keep it simple. Honest conversations, clear communication, and schools that genuinely match what you’re looking for.
You’ll get:
• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND and alternative settings
• Streamlined registration and local placements
• A referral scheme that genuinely rewards you
Make a lasting difference in one child’s school journey.
Send your CV to thomas.harrington@protocol-education.com and let’s chat about whether this role is right for you.
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.
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