Learning Support Assistant. Job in Bootle Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Bootle. This full-time role, starting January 2026, involves providing support to students with additional needs, assisting teachers, and promoting inclusive practices. Candidates may be experienced professionals or recent graduates eager to start their careers. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in young learners' lives.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Experienced team support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children.
• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable, but training will be provided).
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate or willingness to apply.
• Ability to provide two professional references.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Assist the class teacher with classroom management.
• Help manage and improve student behavior.
• Ensure students feel valued and supported.
• Help students achieve their learning goals.

Skills

Supporting students

Classroom assistance

Behavioral support

Encouraging inclusion

Monitoring progress

Job description

About the Role

Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with in an excellent secondary school in the Bootle area. Whether you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for your next career step, or a recent graduate eager to kick-start your career, this role could be perfect for you.

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Bootle, L20

Start Date: January 2026

Contract Type: Full-time

Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay: Paid to scale

Responsibilities

• Supporting Students: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs, helping them engage and succeed in their studies.
• Classroom Assistance: Assist the class teacher in managing the classroom, preparing materials, and implementing lesson plans.
• Behavioural Support: Help manage and improve student behaviour, ensuring a positive and conducive learning environment.
• Encouraging Inclusion: Ensuring students feel valued and supported in the classroom.
• Monitoring Progress: Helping students achieve their learning goals.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children.
• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable, but not essential as training will be provided).
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Ability to provide a minimum of two professional references/to cover the last 2 years

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Support from a dedicated and experienced team.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate Learning Support Assistant ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to this advert.