Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting experienced Learning Support Assistants to work within mainstream and SEMH secondary schools across Liverpool. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to students, helping with learning and emotional needs, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Successful candidates will collaborate with teachers and SENCOs, implement de-escalation techniques, and help pupils build confidence and independence, adapting to varied school settings and schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour and SEMH.
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong behaviour management and ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• Patient, resilient, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary-aged students.
• Support students with additional learning, behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence within the classroom.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Resilience

Engagement

Education

Education/Childcare/Psychology related qualification

Job description

Location: Liverpool
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary / Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive rates, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work within a range of mainstream and SEMH secondary schools across Liverpool.

This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated and resilient individuals who are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential, particularly those who may require additional support both academically and emotionally.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary-aged students.
• Support students with additional learning, behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence within the classroom.

• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, or in a similar role.
• Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour and/or SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach.

• Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields.
• Experience within secondary school settings.
• Training in Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management interventions.

• Opportunities within a variety of mainstream and specialist secondary schools across Liverpool.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working options.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

If you have the experience, confidence, and commitment to support young people with additional needs and challenging behaviours, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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