Learning Support Assistant - Empower Students (SEMH)

Outcomes First Group; Tunstall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options toincrease

Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health

Job summary

Glebedale School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team in Stoke-on-Trent. You will work alongside teachers and a multidisciplinary staff to support students, promote inclusion, build confidence and help them overcome barriers so they can achieve their best.

This permanent, term-time role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting October 2026. GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above are required, together with experience with children or vulnerable

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above) or equivalent required
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• A caring, resilient and patient approach
• The ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenges
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life
• Driving licence required

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help students engage, learn and achieve
• Building positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing and independence
• Supporting learning across a broad and engaging curriculum
• Helping implement individual education, behaviour and wellbeing plans
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support student progress
• Encouraging positive social, emotional and behavioural development
• Recording progress and celebrating achievements, no matter how small
• Occasionally supporting educational visits and transport arrangements where required

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Proactive attitude

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above)

Job description

Glebedale School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team in Stoke-on-Trent. You will work alongside teachers and a multidisciplinary staff to support students, promote inclusion, build confidence and help them overcome barriers so they can achieve their best.

This permanent, term-time role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting October 2026. GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above are required, together with experience with children or vulnerable