Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Daventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Daventry. The ideal candidate will help students aged 11–16 engage positively in their learning. Responsibilities include providing tailored support to pupils, assisting teachers with lesson delivery, and creating an inclusive learning environment. This full-time role offers immediate start and ongoing training opportunities. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and ideally hold an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free training and CPD opportunities

Ongoing support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, secondary school experience beneficial.
• Ability to monitor and record pupil progress.
• Knowledge of working with students with additional learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver lessons.
• Promote a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport with students

Calm and patient approach

Teamwork

Safeguarding procedures knowledge

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

– Secondary School

– Daventry

– Full Time

– Immediate Start

Employer: Teaching Personnel

Location: Daventry

Job Type: Full-time (Monday–Friday)

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are seeking a motivated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive secondary school in Daventry. This full-time role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping students aged 11–16 to engage positively in their learning and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils across KS3 and KS4
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and accessible lessons
• Support students with additional learning needs, including SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs
• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assist in behaviour management and student engagement strategies
• Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teaching staff and the SENCO
• Support students during lessons, interventions and structured activities

Requirements

• Experience working with young people (secondary school experience beneficial but not essential)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow safeguarding procedures
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Immediate start with a well-established secondary school

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Weekly pay and access to additional benefits

Free training and CPD opportunities to support professional development

Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles within partner schools

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about supporting secondary students and can start immediately, please apply now with your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted promptly. or contact [e-mail]

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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