Learning Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Ashington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in Ashington is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work in mainstream Primary schools. The role involves delivering catch-up sessions and supporting pupils' needs while collaborating with teachers in lesson planning. Candidates should have relevant qualifications or experience and a strong commitment to pupil safety and wellbeing. The position operates Monday to Friday during term time, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Paid bi-weekly

Candidate experience support

Referral bonus for successful connections

Qualifications

• Be a qualified level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or have relevant experience.
• Strong regard for pupil safety and wellbeing.
• Well organised and pro-active, using initiative.

Responsibilities

• Deliver catch-up sessions for pupils.
• Support pupils while responding to their individual needs.
• Work with teachers in lesson planning and evaluation.

Job description

Are you ready to kickstart your career in education? Look no further – we are seeking a Learning Support Assistant at mainstream Primary schools in Ashington. Come and join our dedicated and enthusiastic team.

Role and Responsibilities

• Delivering catch‑up sessions
• Support pupils consistently whilst responding to their individual needs
• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate
• Carry out administrative duties, such as preparing the classroom and clearing away after class to ensure effective teaching can take place
• The ability to challenge children when they display negative behaviour and become reluctant learners
• Available to work Monday to Friday Term time only – hours of 8.30-3.30pm

Requirements

• You will use your initiative, be well organised and pro‑active
• A strong regard for pupil safety and wellbeing
• Be a qualified level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or have other relevant experience (care, family member support, youth work etc)
• An enhanced DBS on the update service OR the willingness to complete an immediate application
• RTW in the UK and a fully checkable work history

We offer competitive salaries, paid bi‑weekly and a great candidate experience including regular contact from our team and a huge commitment for finding work that you want!
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our roles are subject to relevant checks and procedures. Our advertised teaching roles relate to real vacancies that exist at our client schools.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants.