Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Secondary SEN

Educato Limited; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Educato Limited is partnering with a welcoming secondary school in Oldham to recruit a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to help pupils with SEND access the curriculum, participate in lessons and build academic, social and emotional skills.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapt resources for pupils with autism, ADHD and other needs, and work closely with teachers to implement individual learning plans. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, ideally within a school or education setting.
• An understanding of the barriers some pupils face when accessing learning.
• A patient, encouraging and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting young people with different learning styles and additional needs.
• A genuine passion for helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils access classroom learning, understand instructions and complete activities.
• Support pupils with needs including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and learning difficulties.
• Adapt learning resources and break tasks down into manageable steps to encourage engagement and understanding.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive relationships with peers and staff.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, organisation and maintaining focus during lessons.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the SEND team to implement individual learning strategies and support plans.
• Monitor progress and share observations with relevant school staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Collaborative working

Job description

Educato is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Oldham, who are looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people access education, develop their confidence and achieve their potential. You'll be supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them navigate the curriculum, participate in lessons and develop their academic, social and emotional skills.,

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils with a range of SEND.
• Help pupils access classroom learning, understand instructions and complete activities.
• Support pupils with needs including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and learning difficulties.
• Adapt learning resources and break tasks down into manageable steps to encourage engagement and understanding.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive relationships with peers and staff.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, organisation and maintaining focus during lessons.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the SEND team to implement individual learning strategies and support plans.
• Monitor progress and share observations with relevant school staff.

Whether you're an experienced LSA, Teaching Assistant, psychology graduate or someone with relevant experience supporting young people, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference.

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, ideally within a school or education setting.

• An understanding of the barriers some pupils face when accessing learning.
• A patient, encouraging and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting young people with different learning styles and additional needs.
• A genuine passion for helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.