Learning Support Assistant – Full‑time (Chelmsford)

About the role

Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming school in Chelmsford from September. You will work directly with pupils, helping them engage with the curriculum and achieve their full potential in an inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide classroom and one‑to‑one learning support to pupils.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and adapting resources for diverse learning needs.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs to ensure they can participate fully.
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere.

Required profile

• Experience supporting children in a UK school setting (placements accepted).
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or Learning Support qualifications are desirable.
• Experience with pupils who have additional learning needs is beneficial.
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training (issued within the last year) is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Two professional child‑related references.

Required skills

What we offer

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Access to an in‑house Training & Development team.
• Refer‑a‑Friend scheme – earn £150 for successful referrals.