Learning Support Assistant
Recruitment agency
- Fixed Term
- £23,400–£26,000
- Posted 30 Jul 2026
- Ref 703440e0
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At a glance
This Learning Support Assistant role is based in Colchester. The position is fixed term and pays £23,400–£26,000.
Job summary
- Salary
- £23,400–£26,000
- Location
- Colchester
- Contract
- Fixed Term
- Employer type
- Recruitment agency
- Advertised by
- Prospero Teaching (recruitment agency)
- Source
- Adzuna feed
- Job reference
- 5802857299
About the role
Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Colchester - September Start
Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Colchester, starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children in their learning and helping them reach their full potential within a positive and inclusive school environment. The school is looking for a committed practitioner with strong communication skills, a patient and nurturing approach, and a genuine desire to support pupils both academically and socially. CONTRACT DETAILS Location - Colchester Position - Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Type of work - Classroom and learning support Start date - September Duration - Ongoing / Long-term Full time/part-time - Full time Rate of pay - £90-£100 per day (depending on experience) Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Experience supporting children in a UK school setting (placements accepted)
Relevant Teaching Assistant or Learning Support qualifications desirable
Experience working with pupils with additional learning needs is beneficial
Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (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 If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching. WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to an in-house Training & Development Team
Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate
About Prospero Teaching
The hiring school is not disclosed on this advert. This vacancy is being managed by Prospero Teaching; contact the agency directly for further details about the school and role.
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- Posted
- 30/07/2026
- Last checked
- 30/07/2026
- Job reference
- 703440e0
- Advertised by
- Prospero Teaching
- Original source
- Adzuna feed · #5802857299
- Expires
- 28/09/2026
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