Learning Support Assistant / Education Support Worker (Personal Care) – Birmingham

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking two Learning Support Assistants / Education Support Workers for an independent post-14 college in Birmingham (B6). The role is classroom-based, supporting learners aged 14 to 25 with complex SEND and includes personal care.

The position is part-time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–3:00pm, temporary until July 2027 with potential for a permanent post. You will join a team that helps learners access lessons and develop essential life skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a UK school, college or similar education setting.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, LSA or support worker with learners who have SEND and complex needs.
• Willingness to provide personal and intimate care as part of the role.
• Availability Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–3:00pm, until July 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in lessons to access the curriculum using adapted resources and prompts.
• Work with individuals and small groups on literacy, numeracy, communication and vocational tasks.
• Provide personal care and hygiene support discreetly with dignity and respect.
• Help learners work toward EHCP outcomes and independence goals.
• Provide feedback to teachers and record learners' progress.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

SEND support

Team player

Job description

Learning Support Assistant / Education Support Worker (Personal Care) – Birmingham

Learning Support Assistant / Education Support Worker (Personal Care) – Birmingham (B6)

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (B6)

Hours: Part-time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 3:00pm

Contract: Temporary until July 2027, with temp-to-perm prospects

Positions: 2

We are recruiting two Learning Support Assistants / Education Support Workers for an independent post-14 college in Birmingham (B6). This is a classroom-based education role: you will work alongside teaching staff, supporting learners aged 14 to 25 with complex SEND to take part in lessons, coursework and vocational sessions. Part of the role is personal care, including help with toileting and hygiene, so learners can stay in class and get the most from their timetable. The college teaches Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 3:00pm, and is closed on Fridays. The booking runs until July 2027, with the option of a permanent post.

About the College

An independent education provider in north Birmingham for 14 to 25 year olds with complex special educational needs and disabilities. Learners study towards personalised qualifications and life-skills programmes in small teaching groups, with a high ratio of support staff to students.

Your Day in the Classroom

• Supporting learners in lessons so they can access the curriculum, using adapted resources and prompts
• Working with individuals and small groups on literacy, numeracy, communication and vocational tasks
• Providing personal care and hygiene support discreetly, with dignity and respect
• Helping learners work towards the education and independence outcomes in their EHCPs
• Feeding back to teachers and recording learners' progress

What You'll Need

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a UK school, college or other education setting
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, LSA or support worker with young people who have SEND and complex needs
• Willingness to carry out personal and intimate care as part of the role
• Availability Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 3:00pm, until July 2027

You will be a patient, dependable team member who keeps learners calm, engaged and treated with dignity.

Why Work with Luma?

• Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
• Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
• Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
• Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

• 2+ years' experience in a UK education setting- Classroom support for learners with SEND and complex needs- Personal and intimate care- Patient, dependable team player