Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join their team in supporting secondary school students. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with students, providing the emotional and academic support they need to thrive. The ideal candidate will possess a kind and caring nature, along with excellent communication skills to build positive relationships. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives while collaborating with teachers and staff. If you are passionate about education and helping students succeed, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Child Protection Training

Assistance with DBS Checks

Qualifications

• Experience in educational settings preferred but not essential.
• Must demonstrate a caring and supportive nature.

Responsibilities

• Support students' learning and development on a one-to-one basis.
• Assist in implementing individualized learning plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Supportive Nature

Proactivity

Education

Relevant Qualifications and Training

Job description

Here at Teaching Personnel we are looking to recruit Learning Support Assistants to work with our partner secondary schools across Northampton.

Although experience working within schools is preferred, it is not essential as long as you can demonstrate the kind, caring and supportive nature needed to excel in this role.

Key responsibilities of a LSA include:

• Work with students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to support their learning and development.
• Assist in the implementation of individualised learning plans, focusing on both academic and social goals.
• Provide emotional support, helping students feel confident and capable in the classroom.
• Encourage students’ participation in class activities and extracurricular opportunities.
• Help students develop important life skills, including independence and self-confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to ensure the needs of students are met.
• Monitor and track student progress, adjusting support strategies as necessary.

Ideal candidate:

• Kind, caring and supportive
• Patient and attentive
• Proactive in providing a safe and sound working environment for students
• Excellent communication skills to build trust and positive relationships with students and colleagues

If you believe you are a great fit for the role and would love the chance to work within secondary schools supporting students with additional needs, I encourage you to apply, attaching your CV.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.