Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Northampton
Northampton
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Immediate Starts Available
Do you have a passion for supporting young people and helping them reach their full potential?
We are currently recruiting for dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join schools across Northampton. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education and want to make a positive impact on students' academic and personal development.
Whether you have previous classroom experience or are looking to begin a career in education, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students, providing both one-to-one and small group support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students within the classroom to enhance their learning experience
- Provide one-to-one and small group interventions
- Assist pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND requirements
- Encourage student engagement, confidence, and independence
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff
- Help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
What We're Looking For
✅ A caring, patient, and supportive nature
✅ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
✅ A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
✅ Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
✅ Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential
✅ Graduates, youth workers, sports coaches, and those considering a career in teaching are encouraged to apply
What We Offer
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible working opportunities
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Opportunities across a variety of local primary and secondary schools
- Valuable experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals
- The chance to make a genuine difference in students' lives every day
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can support students to achieve their best, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in education as a Learning Support Assistant in Northampton.
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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