Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Setting: Mainstream Primary School Location: Tilbury, Thurrock Start date: Immediate start Duration: Long term until the end of the academic year, with view to go permanent Pay Rate: £90.00 - £110.00 Close to station & Parking facilities available Active Recruitment is partnering with an outstanding mainstream primary school in Tilbury, Thurrock, which is currently looking for a skilled Learning Support Assistant with experience supporting primary-aged pupils with ASD and Social & Emotional Needs. The school offers a well-resourced environment, providing a broad and inclusive curriculum along with excellent facilities. It is renowned for its positive culture and supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to feel happy, safe, and engaged throughout their school day. Responsibilities of the Learning Support Assistant in Tilbury, Thurrock: Support children with Special Educational Needs (Autism, Emotional Behaviour Difficulties) in small groups and one to one. Developing social/emotional skills (depending on individual need) Helping to plan and organise learning activities for students being supported Provide support for students' emotional and social development by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour Assist in the production of appropriate teaching materials Contribute to the target setting and review process and support pupil in meeting specific targets of IEP. The ideal Learning Support Assistant will have: The ability to assess the individual learning needs of pupils The ability to positively manage challenging behaviour A positive attitude, the ability to empathise and a willingness to develop and learn on the job A calm, patient and caring approach to working with children Experience working with pupils with ASD. If you are a Learning Support Assistant looking for a new opportunity within a reputable mainstream school in Tilbury, Thurrock, please apply today Active Recruitment LTD is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (previously the Criminal Records Bureau) and at least two independent references. We are an Equal Opportunities employer