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Learning Support Assistant
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Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School in Chelmsford
Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity
Are you a versatile, flexible and adaptable Learning Support Assistant with excellent communication skills, ready to support pupils with additional needs? Ribbons & Reeves are working with a warm, inclusive Secondary School in Chelmsford seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their nurturing, student-centred support team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school known for its strong pastoral care, high expectations and community-driven ethos. Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND is essential for this role.
About the School (Chelmsford)
This Chelmsford Secondary School is proud of its caring, respectful culture and its commitment to helping every student achieve their personal best. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will benefit from:
- Strong Pastoral & Wellbeing Support – A safe, calm and supportive environment where students and staff feel valued.
- Clear Routines & Consistent Behaviour Systems – Structures that allow a Learning Support Assistant to focus on meaningful support rather than behaviour management.
- Inclusive Values & Community Ethos – Kindness, resilience and responsibility underpin the school culture, enabling a Learning Support Assistant to make a genuine impact.
- Broad Curriculum & Enrichment – A rich, ambitious curriculum and strong community links create a vibrant, forward-thinking school environment.
- Professional Growth – Staff are encouraged to develop, reflect and progress, making this an ideal setting for a Learning Support Assistant looking to build a long-term career in education.
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The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND
- Adapt resources and scaffold learning to ensure accessibility
- Work closely with the SENCO, class teachers and wider support team
- Build strong, positive relationships with students
- Support behaviour, engagement and confidence in the classroom
- Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values
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This Learning Support Assistant role requires someone who is calm, patient, proactive and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Previous experience in a Learning Support Assistant role or similar support capacity is essential.
The Ideal Learning Support Assistant
The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is:
- Versatile, flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced secondary environment
- An excellent communicator who builds trust with students and staff
- Experienced in supporting young people with SEND (previous experience is a must)
- Reflective, motivated and eager to develop professionally
- A team player who contributes positively to school life
If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career as a Learning Support Assistant in Chelmsford, apply with your updated CV today.
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