Learning Support Assistant. Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

First For Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support children with SEND and SEMH needs. This role involves working closely with teaching staff to create a nurturing environment and provide tailored support to enhance students' learning experiences. Ideal for those with relevant experience or those looking to build a career in education, the position offers ongoing professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive, well-resourced school environments

CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour strategies

Consistent, one-to-one support from a specialist SEND consultant

Recommend a friend referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Confident working with pupils with autism, SEND or SEMH needs.
• Reliable and adaptable, works well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND and/or SEMH.
• Assist the class teacher with planning and adapting learning activities.
• Support the development of pupils' communication, social, and emotional skills.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Child-centred approach

Positive behaviour management

Job description

Learning Support Assistant Specialist SEND Provision (Birmingham)

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a dedicated specialist School in the South Birmingham area. This role offers the opportunity to support children and young people with SEND, SEMH, and a variety of additional needs. You will be working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting pupils with special educational needs, either in schools or alternative provisions. Whether you are an experienced LSA or looking to build your career in education, this setting will provide structured support and ongoing professional development.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND and/or SEMH
• Assist the class teacher with planning and adapting learning activities
• Support the development of pupils communication, social, and emotional skills
• Promote a calm and supportive classroom environment
• Help implement strategies in line with pupils EHCPs
• Support positive behaviour management

Why join us?

• Supportive, well-resourced school environments
• Personalised guidance throughout the recruitment process
• Opportunities across SEND schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions
• CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour strategies
• Consistent, one-to-one support from a specialist SEND consultant
• Recommend a friend referral scheme
• First for Education is committed to finding the right fit for both staff and schools we listen, we understand, and we care.
• Competitive pay rates starting from £85/daily

We re looking for someone who:

• Has relevant experience supporting children or young people with SEND (school-based or similar)
• Demonstrates empathy, resilience, and a child-centred approach
• Is confident working with pupils with autism, SEND or SEMH needs
• Can remain calm under pressure and support behaviour in a positive, restorative way
• Is reliable, adaptable, and works well within a team

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Registration requires an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and the provision of satisfactory professional references.

We take pride in offering a high-quality, personalised service. As part of our network, you will have access to a variety of roles across schools and specialist settings, with competitive rates of pay and flexible working arrangements tailored to your availability.