SEN Learning Support Assistant (KS2)

Some children need a little extra support to shine. Others need someone calm, encouraging, and switched on beside them while they tackle the national curriculum. That’s where you come in.

A welcoming primary school in Romford is looking for a confident and proactive SEN Learning Support Assistant to support a small group of KS2 pupils within the mainstream classroom. These pupils are bright, capable, and working at age-related expectations, but they need help staying engaged, managing behaviour, and accessing learning throughout the school day.

This isn’t a role where you’ll be tucked away in a separate provision. You’ll be right in the heart of the classroom, helping pupils stay focused, build confidence, and enjoy learning alongside their peers. Think of yourself as the steady hand that keeps the day moving smoothly.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting small groups of 2–3 pupils with SEN in KS2 lessons
• Helping children stay on task and engaged with learning
• Providing calm, consistent behavioural support within the classroom
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Adapting learning approaches to suit individual needs
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive relationships

What the school is looking for:

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary setting
• Good understanding of the KS2 curriculum
• Confidence supporting pupils working to the national curriculum
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A patient, positive, and proactive attitude
• Someone who can build trust quickly and become a valued part of the classroom team

Why this school?

The school has a genuinely supportive feel, with staff who work together and children who are eager to learn. They’re looking for someone who understands that SEN support is about much more than keeping children seated, it’s about helping them feel successful, included, and understood.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Streamlined registration and local bookings
• Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends

If you’re someone who can balance kindness with structure, and you know how to keep learning moving even on the wobblier days, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s chat about your next role in education.

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.

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