Learning Support Assistant. Job in Perry Barr Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support in a Birmingham secondary school. This role focuses on aiding a student with Cerebral Palsy and Attachment Disorder, requiring patience and a positive approach. This opportunity offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and career progression due to the great impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant to support your career goals

Access to exclusive roles in schools across the Midlands

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Hassle-free registration process

Qualifications

• Experience working 1:1 with students with additional needs is essential.
• Positive, energetic, and adaptable approach to learning support.
• Experience supporting students with attachment difficulties and physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to ensure the student feels safe and motivated.
• Supporting the student's physical, emotional, and academic development.
• Assisting with mobility and toiletting needs.

Skills

Experience in 1:1 support

Communication

Relationship-building

Energetic approach

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School Birmingham (B42) - Full-Time - From 90 PAYE

Are you energetic and committed to supporting learners to reach their full potential? Long Term Futures is working with a partner secondary school in the Perry Barr (B42) area who are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a student with Cerebral Palsy and Attachment Disorder.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in 1:1 support, who is patient, understanding, and passionate about making a real difference in a student's life.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support, ensuring the student feels safe, engaged, and motivated
• Supporting the student's physical, emotional, and academic development
• Implementing strategies to build trust, confidence, and positive relationships
• Assisting with mobility needs and ensuring sufficient support around toiletting needs
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff, and parents to create a consistent and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working 1:1 with students with additional needs - essential
• A positive, energetic, and adaptable approach to learning support
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience supporting students with attachment difficulties and physical disabilities
  
• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential - experience and the right mindset are key!

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• A dedicated consultant to support your career goals
• Access to exclusive roles in schools across the Midlands
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Competitive pay and a hassle-free registration process

If you're a Teaching Assistant who wants to make a meaningful impact through 1:1 support, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply or find out more, contact Josh at Long Term Futures - (phone number removed)