Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join one of our specialist education partner schools in the Nuneaton (CV11) area. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential.

The school is committed to staff development and offers a welcoming, supportive environment with ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a variety of SEND needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Autism (ASD)
• Learning Difficulties (LD)

You will help to deliver targeted interventions, support pupils in the classroom, and contribute to creating an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small‑group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging learning activities.
• Adapt resources to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Help implement EHCP strategies and personalised support plans.
• Use sensory or communication tools where needed to aid learning.
• Support behaviour management using positive, proactive approaches.
• Promote a calm and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist pupils during transitions, break times, and any off‑site activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and other support staff.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children with SEND.
• Patient, calm, and resilient with a warm and supportive approach.
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Eager to learn, develop and take on new challenges.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people (school‑based experience desirable).
• Willingness to complete a DBS check (or provide an updated version).
• Two professional references.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like a great fit, please apply via the link or send your CV to:

tom.baker@teachingpersonnel.com

Please note: Applications submitted without a CV cannot be considered.