Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Youth Engagement

Academics; Stroud; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics seeks a Learning Support Assistant for a Specialist School in Stroud. You will support students with social, emotional and mental health needs, fostering resilience, self-esteem and social skills.

The role involves implementing positive behaviour strategies, supporting teachers and therapy teams, and helping pupils stay motivated to learn and grow. Oct 2026 start, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm.

Qualifications

• Graduate with knowledge of Psychology or Criminology.
• Passionate about helping young people and youth engagement.
• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with learning barriers and build self-esteem, social skills and emotional resilience.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies with support from teachers and multi-therapy teams.
• Support students to make appropriate choices and engage in academic and social activities.

Skills

Psychology knowledge

Criminology knowledge

Job description

Academics seeks a Learning Support Assistant for a Specialist School in Stroud. You will support students with social, emotional and mental health needs, fostering resilience, self-esteem and social skills.

The role involves implementing positive behaviour strategies, supporting teachers and therapy teams, and helping pupils stay motivated to learn and grow. Oct 2026 start, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm.