Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location:

Liverpool

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary / Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities Available

Salary:
Competitive rates, dependent on experience

Learning Support Assistant Required - Secondary Schools Across Liverpool

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary-aged students.
• Support students with additional learning, behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence within the classroom.

• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, or in a similar role.
• Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour and/or SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach.

• Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields.
• Experience with in secondary school settings.
• Training in Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management interventions.

• Opportunities within a variety of mainstream and specialist secondary schools across Liverpool.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working options.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

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.

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