Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a caring Learning Support Assistant to join an Enhanced Resource Provision at a welcoming secondary school in Bridlington. This is a full-time, term-time-only opportunity starting in November 2026.

The provision supports secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs, offering a structured and supportive environment where students can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in school, care or support settings, ideally with SEN or SEMH.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, consistent and positive approach to behaviour support.
• Ability to adapt to different needs and situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and complete learning activities.
• Support emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning and communication needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Work alongside teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, inclusive classroom.
• Follow school safeguarding procedures and promote pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Patience

Strong communication

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Learning Support Assistant
Location: Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire
Pay: £92-£115 per day
Hours: Full-time, term-time only
Start date: November 2026

About the role

GSL Education is recruiting a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to work within an Enhanced Resource Provision at a welcoming secondary school. This is a full-time, term-time-only opportunity starting in November 2026.

The provision supports secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs, offering a structured and supportive environment where students can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

This role would suit someone with experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, or communication and learning difficulties. You will work closely with teaching staff to help pupils access learning, build confidence and develop independence.

Key Responsibilities as a Learning Support Assistant

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and complete learning activities.
• Support emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning and communication needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Work alongside teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, inclusive classroom.
• Follow school safeguarding procedures and promote pupil wellbeing.

About you

The ideal Learning Support Assistant will be patient, approachable and resilient, with a genuine interest in helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

You should have:

• Experience working with children or young people in a school, care or support setting, ideally with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, consistent and positive approach to behaviour support.
• The ability to adapt to different needs and situations.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Relevant school experience is desirable. We encourage applications from candidates with transferable experience who are passionate about supporting young people.

What GSL Education offers

• Competitive daily pay of £92-£115, depending on experience and suitability.
• Full-time work, Monday to Friday, during term time.
• A November 2026 start.
• Valuable experience within a secondary school Enhanced Resource Provision.
• Ongoing support from your GSL Education consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' learning and wellbeing.

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list check where applicable, satisfactory references, and online searches in line with current safeguarding guidance. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and the school's safeguarding policies.