Youth Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational support center in Bristol is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to help young pupils with special educational needs. The role involves working closely with students to facilitate their academic and emotional growth. A recent graduate or someone with relevant experience is ideal for this role. Compensation ranges from £90 to £100 per day, and the position offers valuable experience in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• A recent graduate or equivalent with experience in SEN.
• Confident to engage with parents and students.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable pupils in classroom settings.
• Work closely with pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist in the educational and emotional development of students.

Skills

Confident communication

Enthusiasm for supporting children

Resilience in challenging situations

Education

Recent graduate with 2:2 or above

Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you aspiring to be a youth worker or youth counsellor for young people? Would you like to work with young people who need additional support with their social, emotional mental health?

There is immense job satisfaction working within this Youth worker / Learning Support Assistant role. You will have the opportunity to help vulnerable people to grow and achieve their very best, academically, socially and emotionally. You will be making a real difference in their life inside the classroom but also, outside the classroom in their day-to-day life.

* Monday – Friday, 0830 – 1530
* Term time only
* Invaluable experience to be gained
* £90 - £100 per day, including holiday pay, depending on experience
* ASAP Start

This small school is situated in Bristol - BS5 area - and supports pupils aged 5-11 years old, who have a range of special educational needs and offers a restorative, therapeutic approach to education and behaviour management.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working in classes of 4-6 pupils with a staff to student ratio of 1:1. The school has recently been graded ‘good’ in key categories such as leadership, management and behaviour.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring youth worker or counsellor, you will gain invaluable experience and skills working hands-on with young people with SEN and SEMH.

What we need from you

* A recent graduate with 2:2 or above, or Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent plus prior experience with SEN children– for example tutoring, coaching, mentoring, childcare, assisting in a nursery, or similar experience within a classroom.
* Confident to converse with parents, students and members of the public
* Enthusiastic and passionate about making a different in the lives of children with special educational needs
* Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviour