Learning and Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A special education institution in Stevenage is seeking a Learning and Support Administrator to support children's learning and social development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Responsibilities include classroom support and assisting individual pupils. Full training is provided, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Full training in SEMH practice

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is an advantage, whether in education, youth work, or another setting.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent is required.
• Adaptable, resilient, and ready to grow.

Responsibilities

• Support whole-class learning alongside the teacher.
• Assist individual pupils with behaviour management and social development.
• Contribute your strengths to enrich the learning experience.

Skills

Experience working with children

Interest in supporting children with SEMH needs

Patience and flexibility

Strong communication skills

Education

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

Job description

Role: Learning and Support Administrator

Location: Stevenage

Hours: Monday to Friday 9 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.