Learning Support Assistant

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Monday to Friday, no weekends or after

Flexible part-time options

1:1 consultant support throughout plac

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd is seeking Learning Support Assistants to join our education community. You will support learners, work 1:1 or in small groups, and help students progress toward EHCP milestones in a supportive college setting.

The role emphasizes term-time only work with flexible part-time options and access to CPD opportunities, while offering dedicated 1:1 consultant support throughout placement.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs in education, healthcare or community settings.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or done within last 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Support special-needs students 1:1, in-class or out-of-class to progress EHCP milestones.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to differentiate and modify curriculum resources.
• Complete administrative responsibilities by recording support interactions for EHCP reviews.

Skills

SEND support

EHCP knowledge

1:1 support

ASD support

SEMH support

Differentiation

Record keeping

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Recruitment for education and the public sector

SEN & Support £16.50 - £17.50 per hour Contract / Temp Term-time only Part-time entry Level Urgent 22 October 2026

Employment Type: Temporary, ongoing contract, term-time only, ASAP start

Hours: Part-time

Are you a compassionate and adaptable professional dedicated to the belief that every learner deserves a pathway to independence? We are seeking Learning Support Assistants to join our inclusive education community. Whether you are experienced in supporting high-needs learners or providing general classroom assistance, we have a place for your expertise.

These roles are about more than classroom assistance; they are about empowering students to master the skills they need for life. You will be a key point of support, blending patience with strategy to ensure our learners are ready for the world beyond the college gates.

• Great Work-Life Balance: Term-time only, strictly Monday to Friday with no weekend or evening shifts.
• Unmatched Flexibility: Full-time or part-time options, we build a working timetable around your personal commitments.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborate with expert practitioners and receive dedicated 1:1 support from your specialist consultant throughout your placement.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable Post-16 SEND experience, ideal for future educators, therapists, or social workers, plus access to free CPD training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support special-needs students on a 1:1, in-class, or out-of-class basis to progress toward their EHCP milestones, developmental goals, and vocational aspirations.
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff to differentiate and modify curriculum resources, including supporting students during active sessions and community-based trips.
• Complete administrative responsibilities by recording support interactions constructively, helping the college maintain statutory records for EHCP annual reviews

Requirements:

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs (such as ASD, SEMH, sensory, or learning difficulties) in an educational, healthcare, or community setting.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or done within last 3 months.

Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

What's on Offer

• Term-time only
• Monday to Friday, no weekends or evenings
• Flexible full-time or part-time options
• 1:1 consultant support throughout placement

A real person, not an automated email. If we are not the right fit for you we will say so quickly rather than leave you waiting.

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs (ASD, SEMH, sensory, or learning difficulties)
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or completed within last 3 months
• Experience in educational, healthcare, or community setting
• Monday to Friday, no weekends or evenings
• Flexible full-time or part-time options
• 1:1 consultant support throughout placement

Skills & Qualifications

SEND support EHCP knowledge 1:1 support ASD support SEMH support Differentiation Record keeping Patience Adaptability

Not quite the right role? We'll email you when something closer comes in.