Learning Support Assistant
3 days ago
Bedford
Learning Support Assistant Secondary School in Brentwood Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity Are you a calm, proactive and committed Learning Support Assistant ready to make a meaningful impact in a thriving Brentwood secondary school? Ribbons & Reeves are supporting a high-performing, inclusive school seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their supportive SEND and pastoral team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant with experience supporting students with additional needs, who thrives in a structured, student-centred environment and is eager to contribute to a school with strong values, high expectations and a warm community ethos. About the School (Brentwood) This Brentwood secondary school is known for its positive culture, ambitious standards and commitment to developing confident, resilient young people. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will benefit from: • Strong Pastoral & SEND Support A nurturing, well-organised environment where staff and students feel supported., • Clear Behaviour Systems Consistent routines that allow a Learning Support Assistant to focus on meaningful learning support., • Inclusive, Values-Driven Culture Respect, responsibility and aspiration underpin every aspect of school life., • Broad Curriculum & Enrichment A rich academic and co-curricular offer that creates a vibrant, ambitious school community., • Professional Development Excellent CPD and progression routes, ideal for a Learning Support Assistant considering teacher training or SEN specialism. The Role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND, • Adapt resources and scaffold learning to ensure accessibility, • Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and the wider support team, • Build positive, trusting relationships with students, • Support engagement, confidence and behaviour in the classroom, • Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values This Learning Support Assistant role requires someone who is patient, adaptable, proactive and confident supporting students with a range of needs. The Ideal Learning Support Assistant The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is: • Versatile, flexible and calm under pressure, • An excellent communicator who builds rapport quickly, • Experienced in supporting young people with SEND (essential), • Motivated, reflective and eager to develop professionally, • A positive team player who contributes to school life If youre ready to take the next step as a Learning Support Assistant in Brentwood, apply with your updated CV today. Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application. JBRP1_UKTJ