Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – SEN Secondary Schools
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Location: Blackpool
Start: ASAP / Ongoing
Hours: Full-Time

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work in a range of Secondary schools across The Fylde Coast. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs.

About the Role

• Support students with a range of SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and moderate learning difficulties.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to help pupils access learning.
• Assist class teachers in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Promote independence, confidence, and emotional well-being.
• Provide behavioural and pastoral support where required.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience preferred but not essential).
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs.
• Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75.
• Opportunities across a variety of Secondary settings.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A dedicated consultant to support your placement.

If you are caring, motivated, and ready to make a positive difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to begin your SEN support journey across The Fylde Coast!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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