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Contract

Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education
Colchester
money-bag £92.63 - £100/day £50 referral bonus
Posted: 07 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 07 October 2026
Ref: 225575316

Make a Difference Every Day!

Do you have a passion for helping children thrive? Are you patient, encouraging, and ready to be a positive role model in a vibrant primary school? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils in reaching their full potential while becoming part of a friendly and supportive school community.

What You'll Be Doing

  • No two days are the same! As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:
  • Support pupils both in and out of the classroom
  • Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities
  • Provide one-to-one and small group support
  • Help children develop confidence, independence and social skills
  • Encourage a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Celebrate achievements and support children to overcome challenges

We're Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has a genuine passion for working with children
  • Is positive, proactive and adaptable
  • Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff
  • Has excellent communication skills
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Has previous experience working with children or young people
  • Is committed to supporting every child to achieve their best

What You'll Get In Return

  • A rewarding role where every day makes a difference
  • Supportive and welcoming school leadership
  • Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A chance to be part of a dedicated and caring team
  • A role where you'll help shape young minds and inspire future success

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're enthusiastic, compassionate, and eager to support children on their educational journey, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and become an important part of a fantastic primary school in Colchester where every child is encouraged to shine.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

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