Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Drive Student Progress

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Education is partnering with a Birmingham-based inclusive secondary school to recruit a Graduate Learning Support Assistant on a full-time basis. This role offers hands-on experience supporting students with additional needs and helping them access learning and progress.

Ideal graduates are aiming for careers in teaching or SEN, bringing empathy, patience and strong communication. A 2:1 degree or above is preferred, with the ability to establish positive relationships and adapt to individual

Qualifications

• Strong academic background, ideally a 2:1 degree or above.
• Experience working with children or young people desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Helping pupils access classroom learning, activities and curriculum content.
• Encouraging students to remain focused, engaged and motivated.
• Reinforcing learning and adapting approach to individual requirements.
• Supporting development of social, emotional and communication skills.
• Assisting teachers with differentiated learning activities.
• Establishing positive relationships with students.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and wider staff.
• Sharing observations about student progress and wellbeing.
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and independence.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Relationship-building

Education

2:1 degree or above

Job description

KPI Education is partnering with a Birmingham-based inclusive secondary school to recruit a Graduate Learning Support Assistant on a full-time basis. This role offers hands-on experience supporting students with additional needs and helping them access learning and progress.

Ideal graduates are aiming for careers in teaching or SEN, bringing empathy, patience and strong communication. A 2:1 degree or above is preferred, with the ability to establish positive relationships and adapt to individual