Graduate Learning Support Assistant

Academics Ltd; Wheatley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Wheatley is looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). You will support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and help create a nurturing learning environment. Ideal candidates are recent graduates interested in psychology or related fields, looking to make a positive impact on children’s development. This full-time role offers £85 to £95 per day, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate interested in psychology, neurodiversity, education, or mental health.
• Willingness to support children with autism spectrum disorders and communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN, including learning disabilities and communication challenges.
• Deliver interventions that promote emotional regulation and self-expression.
• Assist with sensory-based learning and therapeutic techniques.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Understanding of SEN

Role modeling

Education

Recent graduate in psychology, education, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Are you a graduate eager to make a difference? Do you want to gain hands‑on experience supporting vulnerable or at‑risk children in a nurturing environment? Can you be a strong role model?

A specialist school based in Wheatley is seeking a motivating and empathetic graduate to join their friendly team as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). In this role you will support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

As an LSA you will work both in and out of the classroom, offering personalised support that encourages emotional, social and academic growth. You will help deliver interventions focused around emotional regulation and promoting self‑expression. The school uses creative, hands‑on learning so expect lessons in music, cooking, drama, dance and art! Sensory‑based learning and restorative practices are key parts of the curriculum; as an LSA you will help support with this, as well as rolling out other therapeutic techniques often used in child psychology.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN, including learning disabilities, communication challenges and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Work both in and out of the classroom to provide personalised support and encourage emotional, social and academic growth.
• Deliver interventions that promote emotional regulation and self‑expression.
• Assist with sensory‑based learning, restorative practices and therapeutic techniques used in child psychology.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of qualified therapists and SEN specialists.

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for a recent graduate who is considering a career in psychology, neurodiversity, education or mental health. Ideal candidates are interested in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, or a related field, and want to gain experience working with children on the autism spectrum, learning difficulties and communication needs.

Details

• Graduate - Learning Support Assistant
• Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm
• £85 to £95 per day
• Wheatley

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today with your updated CV!