Learning Support Assistant

Overview

Learning Support Assistant — Temporary, ongoing assessment to cover the full academic year with a chance of becoming permanent. Term-time only, August start.

Hours:

flexible availability (standard working day is 08:30 – 16:30). Salary: £17.50 per hour via Umbrella.

This role is suitable for experienced Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, or graduates (particularly in Psychology or Social Sciences) looking to build a rewarding career in special education. Full training and continuous development are provided. You will work with a person-centred approach, helping high-needs learners develop key skills, self-care routines, and confidence to transition into adulthood.

• A stable term-time-only structure (38 weeks per year) aligned with the academic calendar.
• Flexible part-time or full-time schedules (minimum 3 days per week).
• Ongoing training in SEND support, behaviour regulation, and system tools.
• Start with a full academic year contract with opportunities to secure a permanent role within the wider educational group.

• Support high-needs students on a 1:1, in-class, or out-of-class basis to progress toward EHCP milestones, developmental goals, and vocational aspirations.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to differentiate and adapt curriculum resources, including supporting students during active sessions and community-based trips.
• Complete administrative duties by recording support interactions constructively and assisting the college in meeting statutory records for EHCP annual reviews.

• Experience supporting young people (aged 16–25) with additional needs (such as ASD, SEMH, sensory, or learning difficulties) in educational, healthcare, or community settings.
• We welcome graduates with a strong interest in special education.
• Even if you do not meet every criterion, if you are resilient, passionate about supporting students, and willing to learn, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply via this page with a copy of your CV.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to vetting, including right to work checks and, where relevant, enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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