Learning Support Assistant

The Education Network; Walsall; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Walsall. The role focuses on SEMH support, helping students re-engage with learning in a structured environment and working closely with teachers and pastoral staff.

You will deliver 1-2-1 and small group support, promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation, and monitor student progress to inform planning.

Qualifications

• Experience as a school-based Learning Support Assistant essential.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent desirable.
• Experience supporting SEMH needs and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for students.
• Supporting pupils to remain engaged and focused during lessons.
• Helping students develop positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Working closely with teachers to support learning and behaviour management.
• Building positive relationships to encourage trust and engagement.
• Monitoring and reporting on student progress and behaviour.
• Contributing to a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

1-2-1 support

Group support

Pastoral collaboration

Resilience

Empathy

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Alternative Provision

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Do you have the resilience and empathy needed to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? This alternative provision in Walsall is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to help students re-engage with education in a supportive and structured environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support students who require additional behavioural and emotional support. You will provide both 1-2-1 and small group support in lessons, helping students stay engaged with learning, manage their behaviour and develop the confidence needed to succeed in school. This is a rewarding role where strong relationships and consistent support can make a real difference to young people who may have struggled in mainstream education.

Previous school-based experience is essential, and a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) would be highly desirable.

Job Role:

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs
• Supporting pupils to remain engaged and focused during lessons
• Helping students develop positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers to support learning and behaviour management
• Building positive relationships to encourage trust and engagement
• Supporting students who may face barriers to learning
• Monitoring and reporting on student progress and behaviour
• Contributing to a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

In Return You Will:

• Work within a supportive and experienced staff team
• Gain valuable experience supporting students with SEMH needs
• Be part of a provision focused on re-engaging young people with education
• Receive ongoing guidance and support from leadership and teaching staff
• Work in a rewarding role where every day makes a difference
• Be paid a competitive daily rate based on experience

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.