Ready for a Change?From Care & Support Work to Supporting Children with Learning DifficultiesAre you currently working in care or support work and feeling exhausted, undervalued, or stuck in a cycle of long shifts and constant pressure?Do you still care deeply about helping people - but want a role that feels more rewarding, structured, and hopeful?We're looking for caring, patient, and resilient people from the care industry to join our SEN School in Southend as a Learning Support Assistant.Why This Role Might Be Exactly What You're Looking ForIf you've worked in care, you already have the skills that matter most:Compassion and patienceExperience supporting people with additional needsEmotional resilienceA calm, reassuring presence during challenging momentsThe difference? Here, you'll be supporting children with learning difficulties in a school environment - helping them grow, communicate, and achieve things they once found impossible.You'll see progress. You'll build real relationships. And you'll go home knowing you made a difference that day.What You'll Be DoingSupporting children with learning difficulties and additional needs in the classroomHelping pupils access learning, routines, and social interactionWorking closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staffEncouraging independence, confidence, and emotional regulationBeing a consistent, trusted adult in a child's school dayWhat Makes This Different from Care WorkTerm-time hours (with school holidays)A supportive team environmentStructured days with clear routinesTraining provided for education and special needs supportThe chance to change the direction of your career without losing your purposeWho We're Looking ForCurrent or former support workers, carers, or care assistantsHold an enhanced DBS on the update service- or willingness to apply!No school experience needed - your care background is valuedA calm, patient, and reliable natureA genuine interest in supporting children with learning difficultiesThis Could Be Your Fresh StartIf you're feeling:Drained by the care industryReady for something more positiveCurious about working in educationNervous but excited about changePlease reach out to me and we can discuss how to get started!All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.