Learning Support Assistant

Eteach International; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

Nest childcare

CPD opportunities

Gym discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Duke's Secondary School in Ashington, Northumberland, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students and teachers during the busy academic year. The role focuses on helping students follow instructions, engage in lessons, and develop confidence and positive learning behaviours.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons, manage behaviour, and prepare materials.

Qualifications

• Support students to follow classroom instructions and participate in learning activities.
• Assist with behaviour management and classroom organisation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students in accessing and engaging with their learning.
• Encourage students to participate positively in learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with students and respond to individual needs.
• Support the teacher in promoting positive behaviour and a calm classroom environment.
• Prepare, organise and maintain classroom equipment and resources.

Job description

# Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Duke's Secondary SchoolLocation: Ashington, NorthumberlandContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rataPosted: 21st September 2026Expires: 5th October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1575238* Share :* Print**Hours:** 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days **Salary:** Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata (actual £20,029 - £20,347) **Contract:** Permanent Duke’s Secondary School is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and reliable Learning Support Assistant to join the dedicated team and support students and teachers throughout the busy academic year.The successful candidate will play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Day-to-day responsibilities will include supporting students to follow classroom instructions, encouraging their participation in learning activities, assisting with behaviour management, and helping teachers prepare and organise lesson materials and resources.Working closely with the class teacher, you will help deliver engaging lessons, encourage students to participate fully in their learning, and provide the support they need to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.Main Roles and Responsibilities:* Supervise and support students in accessing and engaging with their learning.* Encourage students to participate positively in learning activities planned by the class teacher.* Build positive and trusting relationships with students, acting as a positive role model and responding sensitively to their individual needs.* Support the teacher in promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm, safe and productive classroom environment.* Prepare, organise and maintain classroom equipment, resources and materials to support learning activities.Why Join Us?As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits -* An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.* Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.* Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.* CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.* Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people and are looking for an opportunity to make a positive difference to students’ learning and development, we would love to hear from you.### AttachmentsDukes LSA JD PS### Safeguarding Statement:Duke's Secndary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.