Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Kendal; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is hiring a Learning Support Assistant in Kendal, Cumbria. The role involves supporting pupils with additional needs under a maternity cover arrangement, working closely with teachers and the SEND team to help learners access the curriculum and develop communication and social skills.

You will build positive relationships, provide steady, patient support, and contribute to a calm learning environment across the school day.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Experience with children, young adults or individuals with additional needs desirable.
• Experience in support work, care, residential settings or youth work beneficial.
• Previous school or TA experience not essential; adaptable to education settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and develop communication and social skills.
• Build confidence, independence and emotional regulation in learners.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils and collaborate with SEND staff.

Skills

Support work

Care

Residential settings

Youth work

Working with young adults

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Kendal, Cumbria

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Kendal, Cumbria? Vision for Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a school in Kendal, supporting pupils with additional needs as part of a maternity cover position.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant in Kendal to make a genuine difference to young people's education, development and confidence while gaining valuable experience within a supportive school environment.

Learning Support Assistant - School, Kendal, Cumbria

• Role: Learning Support Assistant
• Location: Kendal, Cumbria
• Start date: October 2026
• Duration: Long-term temporary maternity cover
• Students: Pupils with additional needs
• School: School in Kendal
• Department: SEND

As a Learning Support Assistant in Kendal, you will work closely with teaching staff and the school's SEND team to provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs.

You will help pupils access the curriculum, develop their communication and social skills, build confidence and independence, and overcome barriers to learning.

The role will involve developing positive relationships with pupils and providing consistent, patient and compassionate support throughout the school day. You may provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils with their learning, communication, emotional regulation and engagement.

Previous experience working in education is not essential. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who have experience in support work, care, residential settings, youth work or working with young adults, as these skills can be highly transferable to supporting pupils with additional needs.

The successful candidate will be patient, resilient and confident in building trusting relationships with young people. You will have a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers and reach their potential.

Requirements

To be considered for the Learning Support Assistant position, you will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Ideally have experience working with children, young adults or individuals with additional needs.
• Experience in support work, care, residential care, youth work or similar settings would be highly beneficial.
• Be patient, caring, compassionate and understanding.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be able to remain calm and consistent when supporting pupils who may experience challenges with communication, behaviour or emotional regulation.
• Be confident working as part of a wider team.
• Be committed to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of young people.

Previous school or Teaching Assistant experience is not essential, and candidates looking to move from a support-based role into education are encouraged to apply.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent rates of pay paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Pension contributions.