Learning Support Assistant

SMART Education Recruitment; Otley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment are seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Otley to support young adults with EHCPs, delivering one-to-one and small-group support to help learners access the curriculum and develop confidence, independence and employability skills.

You will collaborate with teaching staff and professionals, fostering positive relationships and promoting calm, respectful classroom behaviour to help students progress and achieve their next steps.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support in the classroom and wider learning environment.
• Supporting young adults with a range of additional learning needs.
• Helping students develop confidence, communication and independence.
• Supporting students to work towards the outcomes outlined in their EHCPs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement.
• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Helping young people develop practical and employability skills.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Adaptability

Calm under pressure

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

We're looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive education setting, working closely with young adults with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people develop their confidence, independence and skills for the future.

The Role

You'll provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping young adults access learning, overcome barriers and achieve their potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting young adults with a range of additional learning needs.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support in the classroom and wider learning environment.
• Helping students develop confidence, communication and independence.
• Supporting students to work towards the outcomes outlined in their EHCPs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement.
• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Helping young people develop practical and employability skills.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Patient, understanding and approachable.
• Passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Confident in building positive relationships.
• Calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable.
• A strong communicator and team player.

Experience working with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are equally important.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a classroom support role. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference at an important stage of young adults' lives, helping them build the confidence, independence and practical skills they need for their next steps.

If you're compassionate, resilient and passionate about helping young people succeed, we'd love to hear from you