Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Primary & SEN Schools Ipswich

At Protocol Education, we know that great Learning Support Assistants are the heartbeat of every school. That's why we do things a little differently. You'll have your own dedicated consultant, access to free CPD and SEND training, weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella companies, and opportunities in schools where you'll be supported from day one. Whether you're building your career in education or bringing experience from care, coaching or youth work, we're here to help you find a role you'll love.

Full-time Learning Support Assistant opportunities available now

We're working with a number of welcoming Primary Schools and SEN specialist settings across Ipswich and the surrounding Suffolk area, all looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and reliable Learning Support Assistants to join them full-time.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or you're looking to begin your career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you'll support children both in and out of the classroom, helping them build confidence, develop independence and achieve their potential. You'll work closely with teachers and SENCOs, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC/ASD), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language Needs, Complex Needs, MLD and PMLD.

We're looking for people who are patient, positive and adaptable, with a genuine passion for helping children succeed. Experience in education is brilliant, but it's not essential. If you've worked in care, residential settings, mental health support, sports coaching, childcare or youth work, your skills could transfer perfectly into the classroom.

Why choose Protocol Education?

With us, you'll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay, free CPD training and ongoing career development.
• A dedicated local consultant who takes the time to get to know you and find the right school.
• Opportunities across Primary, SEN and Alternative Provision settings, with both immediate and September starts available.

Ready to make a difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding Learning Support Assistant job in Ipswich, we'd love to help you find a school where your support really matters.

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.

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