Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role focuses on supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The ideal candidate will have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach.

Benefits

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Opportunity to make a difference in students' lives

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Solid understanding of SEN and SEMH strategies.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning plans.
• Monitor and record student progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Calm approach

Education

CACHE Level 3

Teaching Assistant Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our dynamic team at a thriving secondary school in Newcastle. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and support them in achieving their full potential.

About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students across a range of subjects. A key focus of the role will be supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEN and SEMH needs

• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning plans and behaviour support strategies

• Help create an inclusive, supportive, and safe learning environment

• Monitor and record student progress and provide feedback to teachers and SENCo

• Foster positive relationships with students to support their emotional and academic development

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting

• A solid understanding of SEN and SEMH and the strategies that support student engagement and progress

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A calm, patient and nurturing approach to supporting students

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Desirable but not essential:

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, Teaching Assistant Certificate)

• Team Teach or similar training

If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact or call 0191 223 5071

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.
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