Learning Support Assistant: 12 hours per week (Term Time Only) Temporary Sickness Cover

Southport Education Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 6,500 - 6,700; Part time

Job summary

Southport Education Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our team for 12 hours per week during term time, covering temporary sickness. You will work with curriculum teams to support students with a range of needs, including English and Maths, learning difficulties and behavioural/motivational support.

Successful candidates will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS, with Barred List where appropriate, in line with safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience providing support to students with English and Maths.
• Ability to work with learners with diverse needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to aid engagement and motivation.

Skills

English & Maths support

Disability awareness

Behavioural/motivational support

Job description

Learning Support Assistant: 12 hours per week (Term Time Only) Temporary Sickness Cover

For information, the full-time equivalent is £24,177.00 to £25,110.00 per annum

Salary: £6,468.73 to £6,718.36 per annum

For information, the full-time equivalent is £24,177.00 to £25,110.00 per annum

Closing Date: Friday, 23rd October 2026 (10:00am)

Learning Support Assistants are members of the Learning Support Team and work closely with curriculum teams to provide support for students with a wide range of support needs including support with English and Maths, learning difficulties, disabilities, behavioural/motivational support.

Southport Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records check, with Barred List check if appropriate, through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).