Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Full-time long-term stability

Professional development

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Northampton (NN2) is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEND in a specialist school. The role focuses on 1:1 and small group learning, fostering confidence and resilience, and working with teachers and therapists in a supportive team.

The position offers long-term stability and a competitive daily rate. Ideal candidates will have SEND experience, strong communication, and a patient, empathetic approach to help vulnerable learners reach their

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in education, care, or support roles.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Empathetic, adaptable and patient approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 and small group support tailored to pupil needs.
• Provide academic and social guidance to build confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Create a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Location: Northampton (NN2)

Pay: £92.63 – £100.00 per day

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives?

We are looking for a patient, compassionate, and resilient Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a warm, welcoming specialist school in Northampton (NN2). If you thrive in a supportive environment and want a stable, long-term role helping pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) succeed, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• 1:1 & Small Group Support: Tailor learning activities to match individual pupil needs and learning styles.
• Academic & Social Guidance: Help pupils build confidence, emotional resilience, and essential life skills.
• Collaborative Working: Partner closely with dedicated teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Positive Environment: Create a safe, encouraging, and structured space where every child feels valued.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND (in education, care, or support roles).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• An empathetic, adaptable, and patient approach.
• A genuine desire to help vulnerable learners achieve their full potential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rate (£92.63 – £100/day).
• Full-time, long-term stability in a specialist setting.
• Ongoing professional development and a highly supportive team environment.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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