Learning Support Assistant - Sleaford

Justteachers Ltd; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils in SEND settings in the Sleaford area. You will help pupils access learning, build confidence and reach their potential in a safe, inclusive environment.

There are ongoing opportunities to move from supply to permanent roles. Applicants should have experience supporting children or young people, understand SEND strategies, and be able to work one-to-one or in small groups with strong communication and a positive,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in education or care settings.
• Understanding SEND and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
• Confidence supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive, patient and adaptable approach.
• Relevant qualifications or practical experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning activities in the classroom and during interventions.
• Work with teaching staff to adapt resources and provide differentiated support.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Reinforce learning objectives through structured activities and individual support.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress and share observations with staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience

Adaptable

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

About the role:

We work with a number of welcoming SEND schools around the Sleaford area who are looking for day to day and short term support as a Learning Support Assistant. The schools supports pupils with a range of additional needs who are committed to providing personalised learning opportunities within a safe and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential. We are constantly recruiting for this support, and there is always the opportunity to turn supply into a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils to access learning activities within the classroom and during intervention sessions.
• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt resources and provide differentiated support.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional development.
• Reinforce learning objectives through structured activities and individual support.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress, sharing observations with teaching staff.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience supporting children or young people within educational, childcare, or support settings.
• Understanding of SEND and strategies used to support diverse learning needs.
• Confidence supporting pupils on both a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach.
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent practical experience are desirable.