Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to support learners aged 16+ with additional needs in Cambridge. You'll provide academic and pastoral support, assist in adapting lessons to meet individual needs, and promote an inclusive environment. This role offers competitive pay, a supportive consultancy, and potential long-term opportunities, making it ideal for caring and dedicated individuals looking to impact education positively.

Benefits

Dedicated and expert consultant

Regular and varied supply work

Competitive rates of pay

Potential long-term roles

Recommend-a-friend scheme up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners aged 16+ with learning difficulties and SEMH.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support to students.
• Assist with adapting lesson materials to student needs.
• Promote an inclusive environment for learners.

Skills

Experience supporting young adults with SEN

Caring and patient nature

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a vibrant College in Cambridge. This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners aged 16+ with a variety of additional needs, including learning difficulties and SEMH.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support to students both in the classroom and outside of it.
• Assist with lessons (e.g., adapting materials and approaches to tailor to the needs of the student).
• Promote a supportive and inclusive environment for learners to thrive.
• Work closely with other college departments.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting young adults with SEN in an education setting.
• A caring and patient nature.
• A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Benefits of Working with TeacherActive

• A dedicated and expert consultant
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• One of the preferred suppliers to hundreds of colleges
• We are the major teaching supply agency for England and Wales
• Recommend-a-friend scheme up to £100
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, operating as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please click APPLY NOW and we will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.