Learning Support Assistant

Description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (Primary)

Location: Tenterden, Kent

Contract Type: Full–Time / Part–Time Flexible Supply and Long–Term Roles

Salary: GBP85 – 110 per day (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available)

Join a Nurturing Primary School in Tenterden! Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tenterden. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children s learning and development, particularly those with additional needs.

The Role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide one–to–one and small group support to pupils with special educational needs (SEN)

Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities

Help pupils develop social skills and emotional resilience

Encourage independence and confidence in the classroom

Support with behaviour management and promote a positive learning environment

The School A warm and community–focused primary school at the heart of Tenterden

Committed to inclusive education and personalised support for all learners

Supportive leadership team and a collaborative staff culture

Strong partnership with families and local services

Requirements To be considered for this role, you will need:

Experience working with children (school–based or similar settings)

A patient, adaptable and empathetic approach

A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

A genuine passion for supporting young learners

An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market–leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high–quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

Have relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in–house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up–to–date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Kent team on (phone number removed).

Ad ID: 5416971725