Learning Support Assistant

Reeson Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in Manchester is hiring a Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to students aged 11 to 16 with various additional needs. The role involves delivering engaging learning sessions and promoting emotional well-being. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Regular CPD and professional development

Supportive staff team

Opportunity for permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH, ASD, or ADHD students is preferred.
• Must be calm under pressure and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support and engage students aged 11 to 16.
• Deliver tailored learning sessions to meet emotional and academic needs.
• Promote positive behavior and emotional regulation.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Flexibility

Creativity

Job description

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Role: Learning Support AssistantLocation: M12, ManchesterStart Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch break)Pay: £13.69 to £15.87 per hour (dependent on experience)Contract: Full-time, long-term (opportunity to go permanent)

Reeson Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in the M12 area of Manchester. This Learning Support Assistant position offers the chance to make a long-term impact within a small, supportive setting that caters to pupils aged 11 to 16 with a variety of additional needs.

As a Learning Support Assistant in this setting, you'll be supporting students who may present with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, and other complex needs. Some pupils will be working at primary levels academically, so the Learning Support Assistant must be flexible, adaptive, and creative in their approach to learning support.

The School Offers

• A supportive and close-knit staff team
• A strong focus on pupil wellbeing and holistic development
• A realistic opportunity for the Learning Support Assistant to gain a permanent contract
• A structured yet creative environment where the Learning Support Assistant can truly make a difference
• Regular CPD and ongoing professional development
  
  

Key Responsibilities For This Learning Support Assistant Role

• Supporting individual and small groups of pupils aged 11 to 16, some working below expected age levels
• Delivering fun, interactive, and engaging learning sessions tailored to emotional and academic needs
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour through a consistent and trauma-informed approach
• Assisting with transition, engagement, and re-integration back into structured learning
• Working closely with the SENCO and therapeutic team to deliver holistic support
• Acting as a role model for calm, patience, and resilience throughout the school day
  
  

This Learning Support Assistant opportunity is perfect for someone with prior experience in PRUs, alternative provision, or any setting supporting challenging behaviour or social/emotional needs. The ideal Learning Support Assistant will be confident, calm under pressure, and highly empathetic.

If you're a passionate Learning Support Assistant ready for your next rewarding opportunity, this could be the role that makes a lasting impact-for both you and the pupils you support.

Apply today to be considered for this Learning Support Assistant role in M12.Reeson Education is working in partnership with the school to recruit for this Learning Support Assistant post.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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  Entry level

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  Education Management

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