Learning Support Assistant (1:1 & Small Group Intervention)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Permanent potential

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for a primary school in Burnley. The role combines 1:1 pupil support with small-group intervention, in a full-time, term-time schedule from November 2026 to July 2027, with potential to become permanent.

You will work mornings 1:1, afternoons with groups, collaborating with teachers and SEND staff to help pupils access learning and build confidence. A Level 2 or 3 TA is desirable; a patient, proactive approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with primary-aged children.
• Confident supporting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, flexible and proactive in approach.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil each morning.
• Deliver small group intervention sessions during the afternoons.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Monitor and record progress against targets.
• Work with teachers, SEND staff and parents to support pupil progress.
• Create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

This role combines dedicated 1:1 support with the opportunity to deliver targeted interventions and make a real difference to a child's progress throughout the school year. The school is looking for a caring, committed Learning Support Assistant who can build positive relationships and help pupils thrive both academically and socially.

Learning Support Assistant (1:1 & Small Group Intervention)

Primary School located in Burnley
Full-Time Monday to Friday Term Time Only
Start date: November 2026 until July 2027 with the Potential to Become Permanent

A welcoming primary school in Burnley is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team after October half-term.

This full-time role will involve providing 1:1 support to a pupil during the mornings, helping them access learning, remain engaged in lessons and achieve their individual targets. In the afternoons, you will work with small groups of children across the school, delivering targeted interventions to support progress in key areas such as literacy, numeracy and confidence-building.

The successful candidate will be patient, nurturing and committed to supporting children with a range of learning needs. You will play a key role in helping pupils develop both academically and personally within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil each morning.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Support the pupil's academic, social and emotional development.
• Deliver small group intervention sessions during the afternoons.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff and parents to support pupil progress.
• Monitor and record progress against individual targets.
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with primary-aged children.
• Be confident supporting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be patient, flexible and proactive in their approach.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Be committed to helping every child achieve their potential.

The School Offers:

• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Well-behaved and enthusiastic pupils.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's education.
• Potential for the position to become permanent for the right candidate.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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