Tradewind Recruitment, proudly recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For are helping our client school to recruit a talented and reliable Learning Support Assistant.

Learning Support Assistant (Alternative Provision)

Maldon Area, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join a forward-thinking alternative provision setting in the Maldon area.

This is a highly rewarding role supporting children and young people with a wide range of SEND, SEMH, behavioural needs, and experiences of trauma and adversity. The provision is committed to helping pupils re-engage with learning, develop essential social and life skills, and successfully transition into their next stages of education or training.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally. You will work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and leadership teams to deliver tailored interventions and support reintegration into learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils and acting as a positive role model

• Delivering bespoke intervention programmes and tracking pupil progress

• Supporting teaching and learning, including lesson preparation and resource development

• Using ICT to enhance engagement and learning outcomes

• Promoting positive behaviour and contributing to a safe, structured environment

• Supporting reintegration plans and contributing to pupil transition support

• Recording and reporting on pupil progress, behaviour, and achievement

• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external agencies

• Supporting safeguarding procedures and maintaining a strong awareness of pupil wellbeing

• Participating in training and ongoing professional development, including trauma-informed practice

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experienced in working with children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs

• Confident in building positive, consistent relationships with hard-to-reach learners

• Calm, resilient, and able to manage challenging behaviour effectively

• Strong communicators who can work well as part of a team

• Passionate about supporting vulnerable learners to achieve positive outcomes

• Committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice

• Willing to engage in training and develop professionally within the role

Experience within education, youth work, care, residential support, or alternative provision would be highly beneficial.

What We Offer

• Ongoing CPD and specialist training, including trauma-informed approaches

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives

• Clear pathways for development within the Trust

If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential, we would welcome your application.