Learning Support Assistant

Able Personnel; Northwich; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated training provider is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant in Northwich. In this full-time role, you will support young people aged 16 to 19, particularly those with additional needs, by delivering tailored academic and emotional support. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one assistance, implementing Education Health and Care Plans, and maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders. The role promises a competitive salary of £30,200, miles paid, and benefits like 34 days off annually, including bank holidays.

Benefits

Mileage paid

34 days annual leave

Day off for your birthday

Retail discounts

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people aged 16 to 24, ideally those with additional needs.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Experience working with Education Health and Care Plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored academic, emotional, and pastoral support to learners aged 16 to 19.
• Support learners with additional needs including social, emotional, and special educational needs.
• Deliver one to one and small group support within the classroom environment.
• Implement and follow strategies outlined in Education Health and Care Plans.
• Monitor learner progress, behaviour, and wellbeing, maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

Qualification in education, learning support or SEN such as CACHE Level 3

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Ever felt that supporting young people with additional needs could be more than a job and instead be a chance to genuinely change lives? Here is your opportunity to do exactly that.

At Able Personnel, we are recruiting on behalf of a supportive and learner focused training provider for a dedicated 16 to 19 Study Programme Learning Support Assistant to join their team based in Northwich and Winsford

This is a full-time role working with young people aged 16 to 19, including learners with additional needs and Education Health and Care Plans. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment, supporting learners both in the classroom and through work placement opportunities.

This role would suit someone compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping young people build confidence, develop independence and progress towards employment.

What you will be doing:

• Provide tailored academic, emotional, and pastoral support to learners aged 16 to 19
• Support learners with additional needs including social, emotional, and special educational needs
• Deliver one to one and small group support within the classroom environment
• Implement and follow strategies outlined in Education Health and Care Plans
• Assist with classroom management to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning space
• Monitor learner progress, behaviour, and wellbeing, maintaining accurate records
• Work closely with teaching staff, learning coaches and external professionals
• Support learners into work placements and provide ongoing support throughout placement
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, carers, employers, and local authorities
• Help learners develop employability skills and confidence for future progression
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, equality, and inclusion always

What we are looking for:

• Experience supporting young people aged 16 to 24, ideally those with additional needs
• Understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with learners and stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable

Desirable:

• Experience working with Education Health and Care Plans
• Qualification in education, learning support or SEN such as CACHE Level 3
• Knowledge of government funded education or study programmes
• Experience supporting learners into work placements or employment

Why you will love this role:

• Salary £30,200 per annum
• Mileage paid
• Full time permanent role
• 34 says annual leave (including bank holidays)
• day off for your birthday
• Retail discounts
• Pension

If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers, build confidence and move forward into employment or further learning, this role offers a rewarding and meaningful career.