Learning Support Assistant

Progress Teachers Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Progress Teachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to enhance the education and well-being of students in a local mainstream secondary school. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in education, residential childcare, or youth justice, and offers an excellent opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive school environment with excellent staff training

Opportunity to gain experience in education

Long-term stability and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN and EHCPs.
• A patient and proactive approach to student support.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide revision support and tutoring to students.
• Assist with personal care needs and toilet supervision.
• Support students with EHCPs and additional learning needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Education

Experience working in a school or educational setting

Job description

Progress Teachers are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a local mainstream secondary setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on students' education and well-being and is suitable for those with prior educational, residential childcare, or youth justice experience.

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing revision support and tutoring to students across key subjects
• Toilet supervision and assisting with personal care needs when required
• Supporting students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Assisting students with SEN and additional learning needs in the classroom
• Working closely with teachers to enhance learning experiences

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a school or educational setting (desirable)
• Experience supporting students with SEN, EHCPs, or additional needs
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to student support
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to gain experience in education
• Supportive school environment with excellent staff training
• Long-term stability and career progression opportunities