SEND Learning Support Assistant – Complex Needs - Brentwood

Temp to Perm

Date Posted: Tuesday 03 November 2026

, Ref: 14688

Location: Hutton, Brentwood, Essex
Pay: £100–£110 per day PAYE
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start: ASAP

Parker Smith Inclusion is looking for two experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants to join a primary school in Hutton, Brentwood.

You'll provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with complex needs, including autism, global developmental delay, communication difficulties and sensory needs.

The role involves getting to know each pupil, understanding how they communicate and finding ways to help them feel settled, access learning and become more independent.

The role includes:

  • Providing dedicated 1:1 classroom support.

  • Helping pupils communicate their needs and engage with learning.

  • Supporting emotional regulation and sensory needs.

  • Following individual support and behaviour plans.

  • Responding calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour.

  • Providing personal care where required.

  • Encouraging independence and recognising individual progress.

Who we're looking for

Hands-on experience supporting children with complex SEND is essential.

You'll need to be patient, resilient and confident supporting pupils who may be non-verbal or require significant support throughout the school day.

Experience with autism, communication needs, sensory processing, behaviour support and personal care would be particularly relevant.

About the school

You'll be joining a small, close-knit primary school with a strong focus on inclusion. On-site parking is available.

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

We specialise in SEND recruitment, offering transparent PAYE pay, personalised job matching and ongoing support throughout your placement. We also have over 400 five-star Google reviews from educators.

Interested in finding out more? Contact Danny:

Phone: 0203 011 4848
Email: danny@psinclusion.co.uk

Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding children. An enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks will be required.

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