Empowering SEN Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Whitefield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist Secondary SEN School and College in Bury, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with additional needs. You will work to remove barriers to learning, build confidence, and help develop essential life skills both in and out of the classroom.

You will provide tailored 1:1 and small group support, promote inclusivity, and work as part of a supportive team to help learners achieve positive educational and personal

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient attitude toward students with additional needs.
• Resilient and able to support students in challenging situations.
• Strong teamwork and communication within a school setting.
• Positive, proactive and able to engage learners effectively.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new strategies and approaches.
• Available on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual student needs
• Encourage engagement, participation, and progress in learning
• Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
• Promote independence and essential life skills
• Assist with personal care where required
• Foster positive relationships built on trust, consistency, and encouragement
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Celebrate every achievement and support students to reach their full potential

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Resilient

Team player

Adaptable

Full-time availability

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist Secondary SEN School and College in Bury, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with additional needs. You will work to remove barriers to learning, build confidence, and help develop essential life skills both in and out of the classroom.

You will provide tailored 1:1 and small group support, promote inclusivity, and work as part of a supportive team to help learners achieve positive educational and personal