Learning Support Specialist (11–16) – Student Welfare

Gosforth Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage employer

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Professional development

Job summary

Gosforth Group is seeking a pro-active Support Assistant for its Learning Support department within a Newcastle area academy. The role focuses on assisting students with a range of needs, supporting learning, behaviour and attendance while collaborating with teachers to maintain welfare and progress.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, high emotional intelligence and a genuine commitment to providing high-quality student support in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of SEND.
• Sympathetic understanding of 11–16 year olds' broad needs.
• Experience supporting young people with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to providing high-quality student support.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with attention to detail.
• Approachable, flexible and an effective team player.
• Resilience and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• High emotional intelligence.
• Problem solving with initiative.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with a range of needs in learning and behaviour.
• Assist teachers with information and support for class activities.
• Contribute to student welfare and progress across the school.
• Support attendance and engagement with curriculum and school life.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Student welfare focus

Communication skills

Team player

Emotional intelligence

Attention to detail

Resilience

Problem solving

Numeracy and literacy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Gosforth Group is seeking a pro-active Support Assistant for its Learning Support department within a Newcastle area academy. The role focuses on assisting students with a range of needs, supporting learning, behaviour and attendance while collaborating with teachers to maintain welfare and progress.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, high emotional intelligence and a genuine commitment to providing high-quality student support in a busy school environment.