Learning Support Assistant - Sheffield Primary School

Academic Appointments Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education recruitment is seeking passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants for primary schools in Sheffield. The role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, promoting engagement in class activities, and adapting learning strategies to meet individual needs. Candidates should have strong communication skills and ideally hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification.

Benefits

Recommend a friend scheme

Re-registration bonus

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or children working below age-expected levels.
• Ability to effectively manage behaviour using positive strategies.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and adapt as needed.
• Assist in recording lessons and assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Support for pupils with SEND

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 Certificate in Support Teaching and Learning

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Sheffield Primary School, Sheffield

NLH67221

Learning Support Assistant

Primary School - Sheffield

ASAP Start Date

Academic Appointments is working with numerous primary schools in Sheffield, seeking passionate, dedicated, and flexible Learning Support Assistants for daily supply and short/long-term roles.

Main duties:

1. Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with SEN, promoting their engagement and progress in class activities.
2. Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt activities as agreed with the class teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
3. Assist in recording lessons and assessments as required by the class teacher.

Requirements:

1. A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification – CACHE Level 2/3 Certificate in Support Teaching and Learning or equivalent would be advantageous but not essential.
2. Experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or children working below age-expected levels.
3. Ability to effectively manage behaviour using positive strategies.
4. Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.

If you meet the requirements and wish to apply for the Primary Learning Support role, Apply Now.

For further details, please contact our Sheffield Team on 0114 3991120.

*Rate of pay depends on current grade, experience, and payroll method.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

We offer a "recommend a friend" scheme and re-registration bonus.

Policies, including our ‘Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy’, are available on our website.

Academic Appointments Limited acts as an employment agency and employment business.

20 years supporting schools across Yorkshire.

Date Posted: 2025-05-18

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