Learning Support Assistant

Elysium Training; Leigh; On-site; GBP 13,197 - 16,129; Full time

Job summary

Elysium Training in Leigh is looking for a passionate Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored support to young people with SEND and SEMH needs. As part of a dedicated team, your role will evolve around fostering positive relationships and ensuring inclusion across educational settings.

This permanent position operates during term time only, with core hours from 9:30am to 2:45pm, allowing you to make a real impact in the lives of learners. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and share a commitment to uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and educational practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in alternative provision or specialist SEND settings is desirable.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to learners with SEND.
• Promote inclusion and participation across learning environments.
• Assist in maintaining safe and purposeful learning environments.

Skills

Supporting young people with SEND

Building positive relationships

Inclusive, relational practice

Calm and solution-focused approach

Literacy and numeracy skills support

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Elysium Training, Leigh - Elysium Training | Alternative Provision in Leigh. Specialist Provider of Alternative Education.

Learning Support Assistant x 2 positions available

• Location: Elysium Training, 10E Silk Street, Leigh, WN7 1DE
• Hours: 9:30am 2:45pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: £14,663.45
• Start Date: September 2026

About Us

Elysium Training provides alternative provision for young people with significant barriers to learning, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We specialise in supporting learners with SEND, primarily those with SEMH needs, offering KS4 intervention and a post-16 curriculum.

Our programmes combine construction-based vocational pathways with Preparing for Adulthood and employability skills, delivered through a trauma-informed, relational approach.

Our mission Changing Lives, Building Futures, Striving for Success is underpinned by our values:

Self-Worth | Unity | Creativity | Commitment | Empathy | Safety | Stability

These values shape our culture, relationships and daily practice.

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our specialist team.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide individual and small-group support to learners with SEND, EHCPs and SEMH needs
• Support learners to access learning, develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes
• Promote inclusion, independence and participation across academic and vocational learning environments
• Work alongside tutors, instructors and pastoral staff to implement personalised support strategies
• Support learners to develop literacy, numeracy, communication and employability skills
• Encourage resilience, emotional regulation and positive behaviour through a relational approach
• Assist in maintaining safe, calm and purposeful learning environments
• Contribute to Preparing for Adulthood outcomes and learner progression pathways
• Work collaboratively within a trauma-informed, relational framework

Full details are provided in the accompanying Job Description and Person Specification.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting young people with SEND and SEMH needs
• Confident building positive relationships with learners, families and colleagues
• Committed to inclusive, relational practice
• Calm, resilient and solution-focused
• Patient, empathetic and able to maintain high expectations
• Motivated to support learners to achieve meaningful adult outcomes
• Able to adapt their approach to meet individual learner needs

Experience within alternative provision, FE or specialist SEND settings is desirable but not essential.

A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, experience supporting learners with EHCPs, and knowledge of trauma-informed practice would be advantageous.

Safeguarding and Professional Conduct

All staff at Elysium play a vital role in creating a safe, stable and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding practice in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025), Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023), the Care Act (2014) and local WSCP / WSAB procedures
• Maintain professional boundaries and safer working practice
• Understand the additional vulnerabilities experienced by learners with SEND and SEMH needs
• Act with integrity and in line with Elysium’s values at all times

Safer Recruitment

Elysium Training is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.

All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS check with Barred List information
• Identity and right-to-work verification
• Full employment history checks and satisfactory references
• Qualification verification
• Online and social media screening
• Completion of a 6-month probationary period

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Elysium Training is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

How to Apply

Please submit your completed application form (attached below) to: [e-mail]. Business Manager

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Supporting Documents

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Form