Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Primary School, Watford

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Watford, Hertfordshire Full-Time Term Time Only Start Date: ASAP / January Start Available Competitive Pay Rates via Protocol Education

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Watford is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about helping children thrive both academically and personally.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils across the primary age range. You will play a key role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment, helping children to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across EYFS, KS1, or KS2.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning.
• Support children's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Encourage pupil engagement and confidence in lessons.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting.
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for education and child development.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What Protocol Education Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• Access to a wide range of local schools.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.