Secondary Learning Support Assistant – Academic & Pastoral

Axcis Education; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a Learning Support Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Gloucester. The role starts in November 2026, is full-time and term-time only, and extends long-term to the end of the academic year.

The position involves supporting pupils academically and pastorally within the Learning Support Base. The ideal candidate will have experience with secondary pupils or SEND environments, be approachable, patient and adaptable, and capable of building strong relationships

Qualifications

• Has experience working with secondary-aged pupils, ideally within a school or SEND environment.
• Is approachable, patient and confident when supporting young people.
• Can provide both academic and pastoral support.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting SEND, SEMH or additional needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Learning Support Base, providing support to pupils throughout the school day.
• Support students who drop in for additional help with classwork, organisation or learning.
• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils who may be experiencing difficulties.
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive approaches to learning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with a wide range of secondary-aged pupils.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO and pastoral teams to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

Skills

Secondary pupils experience

Approachable and patient

Academic and pastoral support

Strong communication skills

Adaptable to daily changes

SEND/SEMH experience desirable

Job description

Axcis Education is recruiting a Learning Support Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Gloucester. The role starts in November 2026, is full-time and term-time only, and extends long-term to the end of the academic year.

The position involves supporting pupils academically and pastorally within the Learning Support Base. The ideal candidate will have experience with secondary pupils or SEND environments, be approachable, patient and adaptable, and capable of building strong relationships