Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Worksop. You will work with teaching staff to support pupils and create an inclusive learning environment, helping students access the curriculum and build confidence.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, teamwork, and adapting support to a range of abilities, ensuring pupils progress and stay engaged in learning.

Qualifications

• The ideal Learning Support Assistant will have experience with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to build trusting, professional relationships with pupils.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Confidence to support students with a range of needs and abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to follow school policies and maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Support pupils with their learning and help them access the curriculum.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Provide additional support to pupils who have SEND or other barriers to learning.
• Assist with classroom activities and preparation of learning resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Safeguarding awareness

Relationship building

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School

Tradewind Education are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Worksop.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and enjoys supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning. You will work closely with teaching staff and pupils to help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students who require additional assistance.

• Support pupils with their learning and help them to access the curriculum.

• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.

• Provide additional support to pupils who may have SEND or other barriers to learning.

• Assist with classroom activities and preparation of learning resources.

• Monitor student's progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.

Job Requirements

The ideal Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to build trusting and professional relationships with young people.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• The confidence to support students with a range of abilities and needs.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• The ability to follow school policies and maintain professional boundaries