Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential?
Protocol Education is currently recruiting for Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), Teaching Assistants (TAs) and SEN Teaching Assistants to join welcoming primary schools across Ipswich.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience or a qualification working with children who is looking to build their career within education, gain valuable SEN experience and make a genuine difference in the classroom.
About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support to children across the primary age range, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and build independence.
Depending on the school and individual needs of the pupils, your responsibilities may include:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN/SEND)
- Helping pupils access the primary school curriculum
- Supporting literacy, numeracy, phonics and classroom activities
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
- Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
- Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
About You
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed candidates who have:
- Previous experience working with children, or a relevant qualification
- A genuine passion for education, childcare and child development
- An interest in SEN, SEND and inclusive education
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The confidence to support children on a 1:1 and small-group basis
- A professional and reliable attitude
- The ability to work effectively as part of a primary school team
- Availability to work full-time
Relevant experience could include working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN TA, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Practitioner, Childcare Practitioner, Support Worker, Youth Worker, Behaviour Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Tutor, Sports Coach or in a similar child-focused role.
A qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare, Early Years, Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health & Social Care or an equivalent qualification would also be advantageous.
Why Work with Protocol Education?
When you join Protocol Education, you’ll have a dedicated education consultant who will support you throughout your placement and help you find the right school and role for your experience and career goals.
We offer:
- Full-time Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant opportunities
- Long-term positions within primary schools
- Opportunities to develop SEN/SEND experience
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to free CPD and professional development training
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities to develop your career within education
- Access to a wide range of primary schools across Ipswich and Suffolk
Whether you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a qualified childcare professional looking to move into schools, or someone with strong experience supporting children, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step towards a rewarding career as a Learning Support Assistant in Ipswich.