SEN Learning Support- September 2026

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across North Liverpool secondary schools. You will support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them access learning and manage social and emotional needs.

The role involves assisting teachers, delivering targeted interventions, and promoting inclusive, safe learning environments while building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in secondary schools or similar settings.
• Strong behaviour management and safeguarding awareness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Nurturing, patient approach with vulnerable learners.
• Ability to adapt quickly in busy school environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils.
• Support teachers with inclusive teaching and strategies.
• Assist with literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management.
• Help with transitions and classroom routines.
• Maintain safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) – North Liverpool Secondary Schools

Experienced LSAs, Teaching Assistants & Psychology Graduates Wanted

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

Teaching Personnel Liverpool is currently recruiting motivated, resilient, and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to work within a range of welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary schools across North Liverpool. We are seeking both experienced education professionals and ambitious graduates, particularly those with Psychology degrees, who are looking to gain valuable school-based experience while making a genuine difference to students' lives.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering future careers in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, youth work, social work, mental health services, or SEND support.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide targeted support to students who require additional help to engage with learning, manage social and emotional challenges, and achieve their full educational potential.

You will work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and safeguarding professionals to support pupils both academically and socially.

Roles are available supporting students:

• On a dedicated 1:1 basis
• Within small intervention groups
• Across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Inside mainstream classrooms
• During tailored literacy and numeracy interventions
• Through pastoral and emotional wellbeing programmes

You may be supporting students with a variety of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties
• Attachment difficulties
• Mild to moderate learning needs
• Behavioural challenges requiring additional support and mentoring

No two days are the same, making this an incredibly rewarding opportunity for individuals who enjoy building positive relationships and helping young people succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis to access learning opportunities.
• Delivering targeted interventions to small groups of pupils.
• Assisting teachers in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Supporting students with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
• Encouraging student participation, confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Implementing support strategies recommended through EHCPs and support plans.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Building positive relationships with students who may be disengaged from education.
• Supporting transitions between lessons and around the school environment.
• Promoting positive behaviour and acting as a positive role model.
• Working collaboratively with school staff to support student outcomes and wellbeing.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and child protection at all times.

We\'re Looking For

Experienced Learning Support Assistants

Applications are welcomed from individuals with previous experience in:

• Secondary schools
• Specialist SEND provisions
• Alternative provisions
• Youth work settings
• Behaviour support roles
• Residential care
• Children's services
• Family support services

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• A nurturing and patient approach
• Confidence building relationships with vulnerable young people
• The ability to adapt quickly within a busy school environment

Psychology Graduates & Graduates Seeking School Experience

We are particularly keen to hear from graduates in:

• Psychology
• Education Studies
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Childhood Studies
• Health and Social Care
• Social Work
• Counselling
• Youth and Community Studies
• Sports Coaching

A Psychology degree can provide particularly relevant knowledge around:

• Child development
• Behavioural psychology
• Mental health awareness
• Autism and ADHD
• Emotional regulation strategies
• Social development

These positions provide invaluable practical experience for graduates pursuing careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Teaching
• School Counselling
• Mental Health Support
• Behaviour Support
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Social Work

What Makes a Successful Learning Support Assistant?

• The most successful LSAs are not necessarily those with the most experience. Schools are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
• Genuine care and empathy for young people
• Emotional resilience
• Professionalism and reliability
• Strong communication skills
• Patience and adaptability
• A positive attitude
• Able to build trust and rapport
• A commitment to supporting young people\'s educational and personal development

Note on Safeguarding and Compliance

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and safer recruitment procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Full assistance will be provided throughout the compliance process.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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