Job Description

Primary Learning Support Assistant – Chelmsford

Start Date: ASAP | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Requirements: Strong academics + genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their supportive team. This role would be particularly well suited to a Psychology Graduate, Education Graduate or related graduate looking to gain valuable hands-on experience working with children in a primary school environment.

About the Role

As a Primary Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs


• Support children with accessing the curriculum and completing classroom activities


• Assist pupils with developing their confidence, independence and engagement with learning


• Support children's social, emotional and behavioural development throughout the school day


• Build positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils


• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider pastoral team


• Help create a calm, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment


• Encourage positive behaviour and promote good learning habits


• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teaching and SEN staff where appropriate

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about working with children and wants to gain meaningful experience within a primary school setting.

Why This Role Suits a Graduate

Working as a Primary Learning Support Assistant provides valuable experience for graduates considering future careers in:

• Educational Psychology


• Primary Teaching and teacher training


• Special Educational Needs (SEN)


• Child and adolescent mental health


• Speech and language support


• Behavioural or therapeutic support


• Child development and education

You will gain first-hand experience of how learning needs, behaviour, communication and emotional development can influence a child's experience of school.

The Ideal Primary Learning Support Assistant

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Educated to degree level, ideally with a 2:1 or First Class degree in Psychology, Education or a related subject


• Patient, empathetic and confident when working with children


• Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning


• Calm, resilient and able to respond positively to challenging situations


• A strong communicator with a proactive and supportive approach


• Reliable, reflective and eager to develop their understanding of SEN


• Interested in pursuing a long-term career working with children or young people


• Enthusiastic about supporting children's academic, social and emotional development

If you're a graduate looking to take the next step in your career and gain valuable experience as a Primary Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, apply today with your updated CV.

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