Learning and Support Assistant

Class Education; Cotherstone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education institution is seeking a Learning and Support Administrator in Stevenage to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role involves assisting teachers, managing individual pupil behaviour, and offering personal strengths to enrich the classroom experience. The ideal candidate should have GCSE English and Maths qualifications, be adaptable, and possess a passion for working with children. This position offers full training and professional growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Benefits

Full training in SEMH practice

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent required.
• Experience with children in educational or youth work settings is a plus.
• Interest in supporting SEMH needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support whole-class learning alongside the teacher.
• Assist individual pupils with behaviour management.
• Contribute personal strengths to enrich classroom experiences.

Skills

Experience working with children

Interest in SEMH needs

Adaptable and resilient

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

Role

Learning and Support Administrator

Location

Stevenage

Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 - 16.00 (14.45 finish on Friday)

Contract

Permanent (temp to permanent)

Start date

ASAP

Salary

£19,399 - £20,447

About the School

This is a special school for children aged 5-11 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

About the role

As a Learning and Support Assistant (LASA), you'll play a vital role in our classrooms, supporting both teachers and pupils. Every day will bring new challenges and rewards as you help children to develop their confidence, social skills, and love of learning.

Your role could include:

• Working alongside the teacher to support whole-class learning.
• Supporting individual pupils with behaviour management and social development (training provided).
• Bringing your own strengths and interests into the classroom - whether that's a subject passion, creative skills, or something else that enriches the learning experience.
• Being part of a class team where your ideas and input are highly valued.

This role is all about positivity, patience, and flexibility. A sense of humour is essential, as is the ability to stay calm when faced with challenging behaviour.

What we're looking for

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children is an advantage - whether in education, youth work, or another setting.
• An interest in supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Someone who is adaptable, resilient, and ready to grow with us.

What we offer

• Full training in SEMH practice, de-escalation, and behaviour management.
• Opportunities for professional growth and outreach-specific CPD.
• A supportive, welcoming team that shares ideas and celebrates success.
• The chance to shape and grow an expanding outreach service across Stevenage and potentially further afield.
• Real impact! Making a difference to children, schools, and families every day.

This is more than a school role; it's an opportunity to help transform practice across a whole community.