Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Market Weighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Market Weighton to support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH/SEND needs. The role includes 1:1 and small-group support, helping students access learning and remain engaged in lessons, and working closely with teaching and pastoral staff.

The school offers a nurturing environment focused on confidence, emotional regulation and social development. DBS checks are standard for applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH and SEND students.
• Patience, calm and resilient under challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEMH/SEND pupils.
• Help pupils access learning and stay engaged in lessons.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and support emotional regulation.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and interventions.
• Maintain calm boundaries and a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff to meet individual needs.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Behaviour management

Communication

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Pay: £100-£125 per day, depending on experience
Location: Market Weighton
Start Date: ASAP
Full-time 8:30 - 16:30

GSL Education Hull are currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a small specialist educational setting in Market Weighton, supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated SEND. The school supports pupils aged 11-16 and provides a personalised environment designed around their individual needs.

About the School

The school provides a nurturing, specialist and highly individualised learning environment for young people who may have experienced barriers within mainstream education. The focus is on helping pupils re-engage with learning while developing their confidence, emotional regulation, independence and social skills.

The setting offers a practical approach to learning, with opportunities for pupils to develop skills beyond the traditional classroom environment.

The Role as a Learning Support Assistant

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and SEND needs.
• Support pupils to access learning and remain engaged in lessons.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Support teachers with classroom activities and interventions.
• Maintain clear, consistent boundaries while providing a calm and supportive approach.
• Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

The Ideal Learning Support Assistant will:

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, calm and resilient when supporting challenging behaviour.
• Confident working with young people with SEMH and/or SEND.
• Able to build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Compassionate, approachable and a strong communicator.
• Adaptable and able to respond to individual needs.
• Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education.
• Experienced in education, care, youth work, support work or a similar environment — transferable experience will be considered.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, Youth Worker, Residential Support Worker or Mentor looking to develop their experience within a specialist SEMH setting.

All applicants are subject to Enhanced DBS checks.