Learning Support Assistant

East of England/ temporary / £14.24 - 17.00 per hour Depending on experience

Job Title:

Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Location:

Northamptonshire

Start Date:

Immediate start

Salary Range: £14.24 - £17 per hour

Do you have experience supporting students with additional learning needs?

Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence and reach their full potential?

Looking for a rewarding temporary role where you can make a real difference every day?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with modern, inclusive mainstream colleges in Northamptonshire, offering welcoming and supportive environments where both staff and students thrive. These colleges place a strong emphasis on student engagement, wellbeing, and academic success, creating fantastic opportunities to support learners both in and outside the classroom.

We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join on a long-term temporary basis until the end of the academic year, with potential for further opportunities.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional learning needs
• Help remove barriers to learning and promote confidence and independence
• Support students’ academic progress and personal development
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement learning plans and schemes of learning
• Play a key role in helping learners achieve their goals and succeed in college

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is compassionate, proactive, and confident in supporting diverse learners, while gaining valuable experience in a supportive educational setting.

• Gain valuable experience within well-resourced colleges
• Flexible opportunities that fit around your schedule
• Make a meaningful impact on students’ education and wellbeing
• Potential for ongoing placements and future opportunities

• Level 2 minimum in English and Maths
• Recent and demonstrable experience of supporting people with additional learning needs.
• Experience working with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SEMH, BSL
• A calm, patient, and caring personality
• Ability to operate with empathy and the ability to motivate others
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Able to work independently using own initiative
• Able to note take for studentsA clear understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme
  * Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD courses and certificates as part of our ‘My-Progression’ brand
• Market leading rates of pay
• Referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
  * Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.