Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Blackburn, supporting Year 7 pupils with autism and additional needs. You will work closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to provide targeted support, helping pupils access the curriculum, develop communication and social skills, and build confidence.

Previous school experience is not essential; transferable experience from care, youth work or similar settings is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or additional needs is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding pupils' wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted learning support for Year 7 pupils with autism.
• Assist class teachers in delivering lessons and behavioural strategies.
• Support social and communication goals in small groups.

Skills

Supporting children

Communication with staff

Flexible

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Blackburn

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Blackburn? Vision for Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school, supporting Year 7 pupils with autism and additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant in Blackburn to make a genuine difference to young people's education, development and confidence while gaining valuable experience within a supportive school environment.

Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School, Blackburn

• Role: Learning Support Assistant
• Location: Blackburn
• Start date: November 2026
• Duration: Long-term temporary position
• Age range: Year 7
• Students: Pupils with autism and additional needs
• School: Secondary school
• Department: SEND

As a Learning Support Assistant in Blackburn, you will work closely with teaching staff and the school's SEND team to provide targeted support to Year 7 pupils with autism.

You will help pupils access the curriculum, develop their communication and social skills, build confidence and independence, and overcome barriers to learning.

The role will involve developing positive relationships with pupils and providing consistent, patient and compassionate support throughout the school day. You may provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils with their learning, communication, emotional regulation and engagement.

Previous experience working in education is not essential. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who have experience in support work, care, residential settings, youth work or working with young adults, as these skills can be highly transferable to supporting pupils with additional needs.

The successful candidate will be patient, resilient and confident in building trusting relationships with young people. You will have a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers and reach their potential.

Requirements

To be considered for the Learning Support Assistant position, you will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Ideally have experience working with children, young adults or individuals with additional needs.
• Experience in support work, care, residential care, youth work or similar settings would be highly beneficial.
• Be patient, caring, compassionate and understanding.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be able to remain calm and consistent when supporting pupils who may experience challenges with communication, behaviour or emotional regulation.
• Be confident working as part of a wider team.
• Be committed to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of young people.

Previous school or Teaching Assistant experience is not essential, and candidates looking to move from a support-based role into education are encouraged to apply.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent rates of pay paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Pension