Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to join our team working within alternative provision settings. This role is ideal for individuals who are resilient, patient, and committed to supporting pupils who may face social, emotional, behavioural, or additional learning needs.

About the role:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Assisting with learning activities, behaviour regulation, and emotional support
• Helping young people re-engage with education in a positive, nurturing environment
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, structured, and encouraging learning atmosphere

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, or similar)
• Is calm, empathetic, and confident in managing challenging behaviour
• Understands SEND, SEMH, trauma-informed practice, or alternative education
• Is reliable, adaptable, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion
• Holds relevant qualifications or is willing to work towards them (desirable, not essential)

What we offer:

• Meaningful work with a lasting impact
• Supportive teams and ongoing training
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive pay
• A chance to help young people rebuild confidence and succeed

If you believe every young person deserves the chance to thrive — even when the journey isn’t straightforward — we would love to hear from you.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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