Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector is seeking passionate individuals for roles as Teaching Assistants and Sports Coaches in Mansfield. Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology, sports, or youth work, and will support children with additional needs. This long-term, full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to FREE CPD including Team Teach & Autism Awareness

Long-term opportunities and potential for permanent contracts

Dedicated consultant to guide your career path

Qualifications

• Experience working with children (formal or informal) is required.
• Commitment to supporting all pupils to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in managing emotions and behavior.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to help children re-engage with learning.
• Deliver interventions to develop focus, communication, and wellbeing.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Psychology, Sport, Education

Job description

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Make a Real Impact in Primary or SEN Schools – NG18 (Mansfield)
Mansfield | Full-Time | Long-Term | September Start

Are you a psychology graduate, sports coach, or youth mentor looking for a rewarding role where you can help shape young lives?

Teaching Personnel is working with a number of Primary and SEN schools in NG18 (Mansfield) that are seeking passionate individuals to support children with additional needs, behavioural challenges, and emotional development.

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

Support pupils in managing their emotions and behaviour, helping them re-engage with learning. Ideal for candidates with a background in psychology, youth work, or mental health.

You’ll:

Work 1:1 or in small groups

Use strategies to support SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) needs

Help pupils build confidence and resilience

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Gain valuable, hands-on experience in a school setting — ideal for aspiring educational psychologists or therapists.

You’ll:

Work with children who need support regulating emotions or behaviour

Deliver interventions to develop focus, communication, and wellbeing

Receive training and support from experienced SEN professionals

Sports Coach / Physical Development Mentor

Use physical activity to engage children with learning and behavioural challenges — particularly in SEN and KS2 settings.

You’ll:

Lead structured activities to build social and motor skills

Reinforce routine, teamwork, and positive behaviours

Bring energy and structure to students who thrive with active learning

What We’re Looking For:

A degree in Psychology, Sport, Education, or relevant experience

Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills

Experience working with children (formal or informal)

A commitment to supporting all pupils to thrive

What You’ll Get:

Competitive weekly pay (via PAYE)

Access to FREE CPD including Team Teach & Autism Awareness

Long-term opportunities and potential for permanent contracts

A dedicated consultant to guide your career path

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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