SEND Learning Support Assistant Post-16 & Employability

SMART Education Recruitment; Blyth; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term assignment

Support from education recruitment Cum

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant position across four college sites in the North East. The role supports students aged in a supported internship and employability programme, delivering tailored assistance to SEND learners across multiple locations.

The role involves travel between Newcastle upon Tyne, Blyth, Wallsend, and Sunderland with a Monday-Thursday pattern and a pro-rata daily rate up to £122.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant or similar role.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, autism, ADHD, or complex needs.
• Good standard of English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with SEND.
• Support Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support.
• Promote employability and life skills.
• Foster positive behaviour and inclusive communication.
• Assist students with accessibility needs.
• Build professional relationships with students and staff.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Learning Support

SEND Support

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

TA qualification (Desirable)

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant position across four college sites in the North East. The role supports students aged in a supported internship and employability programme, delivering tailored assistance to SEND learners across multiple locations.

The role involves travel between Newcastle upon Tyne, Blyth, Wallsend, and Sunderland with a Monday-Thursday pattern and a pro-rata daily rate up to £122.