LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

The Education Network Birmingham; Metchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalised career support

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a busy special school in South Birmingham on a permanent basis. You will provide 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND, work closely with teachers and therapists, and help pupils engage with learning, build confidence and independence in a nurturing environment.

The role includes DBS checks and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant / LSA qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Supporting students with learning, communication and social development.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Skills

SEND experience

1-2-1 support

Education

Level 3 TA / LSA qualification

Tools

Therapist collaboration

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Special School

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding permanent role in a specialist setting? Do you want to work in a school where outstanding facilities, excellent resources and a supportive team allow you to make a real difference every day? This excellent special school in South Birmingham is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team on a permanent basis.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality support for pupils with a range of special educational needs. You will support students on a 1-2-1 and small group basis, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and build independence within a structured and nurturing environment.

The school benefits from outstanding facilities and a strong staff team committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.

This role requires previous experience supporting children with special educational needs and ideally a Level 3 Teaching Assistant / LSA qualification. The successful candidate will be patient, proactive and passionate about helping young people succeed.

Job Role:

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting students with learning, communication and social development
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Helping pupils engage with learning and remain focused
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and wellbeing
• Contributing to a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

In Return You Will:

• Secure a permanent role in an excellent special school
• Work in a school with outstanding facilities and resources
• Be part of a dedicated and experienced staff team
• Receive ongoing training and professional development
• Be paid a competitive salary based on experience
• Work in a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference

You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appoints will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.