Learning Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, School Counseling & Student Support
Full-Time Alternative Provision Immediate Start Initially Until Christmas with Potential Extension
Here is a specialist educational provision that supports young people with a range of additional needs through personalised learning and tailored support. The setting is committed to creating a calm, nurturing, and inclusive environment where learners can thrive both academically and emotionally.
Working within an alternative provision setting, staff focus on building positive relationships, supporting wellbeing, and helping learners overcome barriers to education.
Duties as Learning Support Assistant:- Provide 1:1 support to teenagers and young adults
- Support learners with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and high levels of anxiety
- Build trusting and positive relationships with learners
- Help learners access educational activities and interventions
- Support emotional regulation, confidence, and independence
- Work closely with teachers and specialist staff
- Encourage engagement, attendance, and positive outcomes
- Contribute to a safe, supportive, and structured environment
- Experience supporting young people with autism and/or anxiety
- Previous SEND, SEMH, or alternative provision experience is desirable
- Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to support learners who may find educational settings challenging
- Resilient, adaptable, and able to remain positive under pressure
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.
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