Learning Support Assistant

Bright Star Talent Limited; Darwen; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Star Talent Limited is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and busy secondary school in Darwen. You will support students in lessons, help maintain engagement and build positive relationships with pupils and staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.

With DBS Update Service registration, you will work closely with teachers to provide academic and personal support, helping students stay on task, develop confidence and reach their potential in a thriving

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Approachable, patient and confident.
• Genuine passion for helping students succeed.
• Ability to build relationships with pupils and staff.
• Reliable and capable in a busy secondary school.
• DBS Update Service registered.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and help them stay engaged with their learning.
• Provide additional support to students who may need extra help.
• Work alongside teachers and support staff to help students make progress.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Help create a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support students academically and personally throughout the school day.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Approachable and patient

Team player

DBS Update Service

Job description

Bright Star Talent are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and thriving secondary school in Darwen, rated Good by Ofsted.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with young people and wants to make a positive difference to their school experience. With over 1,200 students, the school has a busy but supportive atmosphere and a strong team of staff who are committed to helping every student reach their potential.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting students in the classroom and helping them stay engaged with their learning.
• Providing additional support to students who may need a little extra help.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to help students make progress.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting students both academically and personally throughout the school day.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people.
• Is approachable, patient and confident.
• Has a genuine passion for helping students succeed.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Is reliable and comfortable working in a busy secondary school.
• Can use their initiative while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Has a DBS registered on the Update Service.

Why this role?

This is more than simply providing classroom support. You'll have the opportunity to become a familiar and trusted member of the school community, helping students overcome challenges, build confidence and get the most out of their education.