Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5NJ

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  29 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,180.00 Annually (FTE) Includes London Fringe allowance

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) job summary

Make a real difference every day

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive SEND team and play a vital role in enabling students to thrive—academically, socially and emotionally.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with young people, including those with complex needs, supporting their learning, independence and inclusion within a high-achieving school community.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide targeted support to students with SEND, both in the classroom and through small group or 1:1 interventions
• Work alongside teachers to support learning, progress and engagement
• Encourage independence, confidence and inclusion for all learners
• Help develop and implement tailored provision and support plans
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, acting as a role model and key adult

You may also have the opportunity to deliver interventions, support individual programmes, or act as a key worker for named students.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young people at either primary and/or secondary school
• Is calm, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, resilient and genuinely committed to supporting students’ wellbeing and progress
• Holds (or is willing to develop) a good understanding of SEND and inclusive practice

A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in English and maths is essential.

Experience of supporting students with autism or additional needs would be an advantage.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

Why join us?

• A welcoming, inclusive and high-performing school environment
• A strong commitment to professional development and SEND training
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students’ lives every day
• A supportive team and leadership that values your contribution

Focused on delivering Excellence for All, The Hertfordshire & Essex High School is part of an outstanding organisation providing a vibrant and welcoming working environment in a popular school and a first-rate experience for staff looking to develop their careers in education as well as putting staff wellbeing at its heart.

HEMAT is dedicated to supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the school community.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to hold interviews when we receive a field of suitable candidates, therefore early application is encouraged. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and online checks.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1450 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hertfordshire-essex-high-school-and-science-college-bishop-s-stortford

Focused on delivering Excellence for All, The Hertfordshire & Essex High School provides a vibrant and welcoming working environment in a popular, non-selective school with an excellent academic record. Rated as an ‘outstanding school with an outstanding sixth form’ in our last Ofsted inspection, Herts & Essex provides an excellent educational experience for students, and a first-rate experience for staff looking to develop their careers in education.

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