SEND Learning Support Assistant - Post-16 Education

SMART Education Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in the North East to support students aged 16–24 across four college locations. The position is long-term with a full academic year, Monday-Thursday, starting November 2026 after October half term, with pay up to £122 per day (pro-rata for shorter days).

You will work with tutors to help students develop life and employability skills, English/Maths at Entry Level to Level 2/3, and promote independent learning in a specialist

Qualifications

• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant or similar role.
• Background supporting SEND, autism, ADHD or complex needs.
• Good standard of English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent.
• Confident supporting Functional Skills activities.
• Strong behaviour management and tailored learning.
• Patient, communicative and interpersonal in approach.
• Adaptable and reliable across locations.
• Independent and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for young people with SEND.
• Support Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support with varied activities.
• Promote employability and life skills for independence.
• Foster inclusive communication and emotional regulation.
• Assist students with accessibility needs and monitoring progress.
• Build professional relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Lsa experience

SEND support

Functional Skills support

Behaviour management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant (desirable)

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in the North East to support students aged 16–24 across four college locations. The position is long-term with a full academic year, Monday-Thursday, starting November 2026 after October half term, with pay up to £122 per day (pro-rata for shorter days).

You will work with tutors to help students develop life and employability skills, English/Maths at Entry Level to Level 2/3, and promote independent learning in a specialist