Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Huddersfield is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support to pupils. The role requires effective communication skills and experience in managing behaviour, ensuring a nurturing learning environment. This full-time position offers a pay rate of GBP 85 – GBP 95, with a start date of June 1, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant or in 1:1 support.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Create a safe and secure learning environment.
• Support the use of relevant support staff.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Support for SEN/SEMH

Job description

Learning Support Assistant, Huddersfield

Client:

Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d398188ac3a7

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Are you passionate about supporting children in education and have experience as a Learning Support Assistant? If yes, this is an excellent opportunity for you!

The role involves collaborating with designated pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis and undertaking associated pastoral and teaching duties to ensure high-quality, continuous education for pupils.

The successful candidate will:

1. Have previous teaching or 1:1 support experience following planning.
2. Establish a warm, caring, and supportive relationship with pupils.
3. Manage challenging behaviour effectively.
4. Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
5. Support the use of support staff relevant to the class.
6. Contribute to creating a safe and secure learning environment.
7. Have experience with SEN/SEMH needs.
8. Apply strong behaviour management techniques.

Position Details:

• Location: Huddersfield
• Position: Learning Support Assistant
• Start date: 6/1/2025
• Duration: Long-term, ongoing
• Full-time
• Pay rate: GBP 85 – GBP 95
• Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Eligibility Requirements:

• Hold the right to work in the UK.
• Possess an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
• Provide two professional child-related references from the last two years.