SEND Learning Support Assistant

Hello Education; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Learning Support Assistant in Middlesbrough, where you'll make a meaningful impact on students with special educational needs. Bring your skills in communication and empathy to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for children. This temporary position offers competitive pay and a chance to change lives every day.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates paid through PAYE

Refer-a-friend scheme rewards

Dedicated consultant support

Work-life balance flexibility

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with children on the Autistic spectrum or additional educational needs.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS or readiness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH needs using creative strategies.
• De-escalate challenging situations with understanding.
• Create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Be the Difference: Join Us as a Learning Support Assistant!

Do you have a passion for helping young minds thrive? Are you ready to make a real impact by supporting students on their learning journey? Hello Education is working with Schools in Middlesbrough that are on the lookout for amazing Learning Support Assistants to join their teams.

This is your chance to step into a fulfilling role, working with small groups and providing 1:1 support to pupils, including those with SEND and SEMH needs. Join an established team, bring your energy and enthusiasm, and help make every day a win for students!

Your Mission, Should You Choose To Accept It

As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll be living your best life supporting students in a specialist school environment:

1:1 Magic-Making: Support children on the Autistic spectrum and those with SEMH needs, using creative strategies to help them shine.

Learning Adventure Partner: Make learning exciting and accessible for every child, creating an environment where they can thrive.

Calm in the Storm: De-escalate challenging situations with patience and understanding. Positivity Dynamo: Bring your can-do attitude to the classroom, turning obstacles into opportunities for growth and joy.

Behaviour Champion: Use your strong behaviour management skills to maintain a positive and focused learning atmosphere.

Empowerment Partner: Foster independence, self-reliance, and confidence in every student you support.

We’re Looking For Rock Stars Who

Have experience (or a passion to gain experience) working with children on the Autistic spectrum or with additional educational needs in a UK based school or care environment.

Communicate like a pro, captivating the hearts and minds of even the busiest bees.

Know how to create a safe, inclusive, and uplifting environment for pupils with diverse needs.

Hold an Enhanced DBS (or are ready to obtain one and dive right in!). Have Moving and Handling experience

Why You’ll Love Us (AKA Your Perks)

Top-Notch Pay: Competitive daily rates paid through the PAYE system.

Bring a Friend: Earn rewards with our refer-a-friend scheme.

Your Personal Sidekick: A dedicated consultant who’s just a call away to support you. Flexibility Galore: Work-life balance? We’ve got you covered!

Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values empathy, positivity, and collaboration

Ready to inspire, uplift, and change lives with every smile, word, and little victory? This is your chance to join a team that’s making the world a better place, one student at a time.

APPLY NOW and let’s make this journey an unforgettable adventure!

Hello Education 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.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.