Subject Specialist Learning Support Assistant – Secondary – Dagenham £100–£115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Dagenham Axcis Education is recruiting confident and academically strong Learning Support Assistants to work within a large mainstream secondary school in Dagenham, supporting students with SEND across KS3 and KS4. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong subject knowledge in areas such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities or Languages who can use that knowledge to help students understand lesson content, build confidence and make progress within the mainstream classroom. This is not simply a role where you sit beside one pupil throughout the day. The school is looking for proactive LSAs who can work across lessons, recognise when a student genuinely needs support and encourage them to become increasingly independent in their learning. About the Role Supporting students with SEND and additional learning needs across KS3 and KS4 Working within mainstream lessons alongside subject teachers Using your subject knowledge to help pupils understand challenging concepts and classroom tasks Providing 1:1 and small-group intervention where required Supporting pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, dyslexia and mild to moderate learning difficulties Helping students develop organisation, focus and study skills Supporting pupils against individual EHCP targets and SEND strategies Encouraging confidence and independence rather than completing work for students Working closely with the school's SEND, inclusion and pastoral teams About You We would particularly like to hear from candidates who: Have strong academic knowledge in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages or another secondary subject Have previous experience as an LSA, SEND TA, tutor or classroom support worker Are confident supporting secondary-aged students Have experience with Autism, ADHD, dyslexia or additional learning needs Can explain concepts clearly and adapt how they communicate Understand when to step in and when to allow a student to work independently Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries Are proactive, reliable and comfortable working within a busy secondary environment Can commit to a full-time, long-term position Graduates and aspiring teachers with strong subject knowledge and relevant experience supporting young people are also encouraged to apply. The School & Location The role is based within a large mainstream secondary school in Dagenham, with an established SEND and inclusion team supporting students across the curriculum. The school is easily accessible from Barking, Dagenham, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Ilford and surrounding East London areas. Apply Today If you have strong subject knowledge and enjoy helping young people overcome barriers to learning, this could be an excellent opportunity to build your experience within secondary SEND. Apply today with your CV and Axcis Education will be in touch to discuss the opportunity. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>