Learning Support Assistant

The Opportunity

Long Term Futures are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a small alternative provision secondary school within a Multi‑Academy Trust based in the High Peak (SK23). The provision supports students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and additional behavioural needs in a nurturing, structured, and highly supportive environment. This role involves supporting students across a range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and other core curriculum areas, helping learners re‑engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

• Work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to support students with a range of additional learning and behavioural needs
• Provide 1:1 and small group support across multiple subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and more
• Support students to access the curriculum by adapting resources and learning strategies where required
• Encourage engagement, focus, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour within the classroom
• Assist students with coursework, organisation, and differentiated learning activities
• Foster a safe, positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and the SEN department to adapt support strategies

• Level 3 qualification minimum and essential
• Experience working with SEN students or within alternative provision settings is highly desirable
• A patient, flexible, resilient, and nurturing approach to supporting young people
• Confidence supporting learning across multiple subjects
• Strong communication skills to work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and students
• A clear commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Long‑term roles with opportunities for permanent placement
• Opportunities across Derbyshire and the High Peak area
• One‑to‑one support from your dedicated recruitment consultant
• Access to free CPD and training courses
• Supportive schools within a collaborative Multi‑Academy Trust

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.