Learning Support Assistant

Simply Education Ltd; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Healthcare cashback

Family-friendly policies

Referral rewards

Employee discounts

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd are working with a specialist education setting in Thrapston who are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team, contributing to an nurturing learning atmosphere.

This role combines classroom support with pastoral mentoring, giving you the opportunity to support students both academically and personally, helping them build confidence, resilience and independence, while collaborating with teachers to tailor activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in an education or similar setting.
• Understanding of SEN and/or alternative provision.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, supportive and engaging approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, wellbeing and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning and deliver engaging lessons with teachers.
• Provide pastoral mentoring to students and support wellbeing.
• Help create a positive, inclusive environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and staff.
• Provide emotional support and help students develop confidence and independence.

Skills

Education setting experience

SEN awareness

Strong communication

Patient approach

Safeguarding & inclusion

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4/C)

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Thrapston

Location: Thrapston

Salary: £25,070.80 - £25,331.46 per annum

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Make a Difference Every Day

Simply Education are working with a specialist education setting in Thrapston who are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This role combines classroom support with pastoral mentoring, giving you the opportunity to support students both academically and personally.

You'll work alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons, support learners with additional needs and help create a positive, inclusive environment.

You'll also build strong relationships with students, provide emotional support and help them develop their confidence, wellbeing and independence.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working in an education or similar setting
• Understanding of SEN and/or alternative provision
• GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/C or equivalent
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, supportive and engaging approach
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, wellbeing and inclusion

Why Join?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Professional development and paid training
• Strong wellbeing and employee support
• Healthcare cashback scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Recognition and referral rewards
• Employee discounts and benefits

If you're passionate about supporting young people and want a role where you can make a genuine difference to their education and wider development, we'd love to hear from you.