Learning Support Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Backworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in the UK seeks a Learning Support Assistant to help pupils with additional needs engage in their education. This role involves providing personalized support, promoting social development, and maintaining classroom environments. Ideal candidates will have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths, drive, and a passion for helping children succeed. Competitive benefits include a 4-day work week trial and flexible benefits platform.

Benefits

Work 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay

4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial

Life Assurance Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform with health options

Qualifications

• GCSE Level or equivalent qualifications required.
• Must have a full UK driving licence for site responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils.
• Assist in maintaining engaging classroom environments.
• Promote pupils' personal and social development.
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding practices.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Strong communication skills

Education

GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a caring, inclusive school where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping pupils with additional needs engage fully with their education. You’ll work alongside teachers and tutors to deliver personalised support, create engaging learning experiences, and celebrate every achievement, no matter how small. Each day will bring fresh challenges and rewards as you help pupils build independence, resilience, and confidence in themselves. If you’re patient, creative, and passionate about helping children succeed, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers and tutors in delivering high-quality, individualised learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum and reach their potential.
• Promote pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development through encouragement and positive relationships.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining engaging classroom environments and resources.
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding practices to ensure every child feels safe and supported.

Qualifications

• GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Full UK driving licence required (may involve working across both of our school sites in Backworth and Ashington).

Benefits

• Work 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (subject to successful completion of probation).
• 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, working one day less each week while retaining full-time pay.
• Life Assurance Pension scheme.
• First-class mental health support services and physical health checks.
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discount options, cycle-to-work schemes, electric car purchase, critical illness cover, family growth support, maternity/paternity leave, fertility treatment support.

Legal & EEO

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.