Primary - LSA

Reed; Falmer; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of schools. You will help students access learning and build confidence inside and outside the classroom.

Typical duties include one-to-one and small group support, helping with additional needs (SEND), assisting with lesson delivery, and promoting positive behaviour and well-being. A caring, patient approach and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is advantageous but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting education and student development.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting students with additional needs, including SEND
• Supporting classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encouraging student engagement and participation
• Promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents and support staff

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Opportunities Available Across Schools

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Various locations
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary & Permanent Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential?

We are continually recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work across a variety of educational settings, supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Whether you're an experienced LSA, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or looking to begin a rewarding career within education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students access learning and develop confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting students with additional needs, including SEND
• Supporting classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encouraging student engagement and participation
• Promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents and support staff

We Are Looking For

• A positive, patient and caring approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with young people
• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is advantageous but not essential
• A genuine passion for supporting education and student development
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• A variety of flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and professional development
• Opportunities across Primary, Secondary and Specialist provisions
• Potential pathways into long-term and permanent positions

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from:

• Learning Support Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Support Workers
• Care Workers
• Youth Workers
• Graduates seeking educational experience
• Individuals looking to transition into education