Learning Support Assistant - SEND

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

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide support to students with special educational needs in a nurturing environment. The role is temporary, with the potential to become long-term. The ideal candidate should have experience with SEND and relevant qualifications. Competitive pay and continuous support are offered, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

24/7 support from education consultants

Access to Guaranteed Payment Scheme

FREE CPD courses

Competitive daily pay

£200 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with PMLD and SEMH students preferred.
• Caring attitude with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Work with students with a range of needs.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Knowledge of SEMH needs

Adaptability

Calm under pressure

Education

A Level 2 or 3 CACHE qualification or equivalent

Tools

Team Teach or MAPA training

Job description

West Midlands / temporary / £95 - 105 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Do you have experience working with pupils with additional needs? Are you patient, nurturing, and ready to make a real difference?

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and dedicated Primary SEND school in Lichfield. We are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join their team and help provide essential 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils across all Key Stages.

The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and proactive individual to become an integral part of a supportive school community.

About the Role:

This is a short‑term position with the potential to become long‑term for the right candidate. You will be working with students with a range of needs including:

• PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs)

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, calm under pressure, and confident in managing a variety of classroom situations.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Knowledge of or experience working with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• A Level 2 or 3 CACHE qualification (or equivalent)
• Team Teach or MAPA training (desirable, but not essential)
• A caring and committed attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

In Return, We Offer:

• 24/7 support from a dedicated team of education consultants
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• FREE CPD courses through our My-Progression platform
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• £200 referral bonus when you refer a friend to us (T&Cs apply)
• PAYE payroll – no hidden fees or admin deductions

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career and make a real impact, click ‘APPLY NOW’ – we’d love to hear from you!

Application Process

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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