Learning Support Assistant

This unique education provision supports young people aged 14 to 18 with a range of complex SEN needs, including cognitive, physical and communication differences.

Set in a stunning countryside environment, the setting focuses on building confidence, independence and real-life skills, offering learning opportunities through both classroom-based and outdoor experiences.

Learners engage in meaningful activities such as animal care, catering, horticulture and community-based projects, all designed to help them grow, explore their interests and prepare for adulthood.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join the team on a full-time basis from Monday to Friday. You will play a vital role in supporting personalised learning programmes, helping students build practical skills, develop independence and maintain emotional wellbeing.

• Support tutors with lesson preparation and personalised learning resources

• Provide 1:1 and small-group assistance to help learners work towards their goals

• Use a range of communication methods, such as Makaton, to support understanding

• Assist in outdoor and enterprise-based learning activities

• Promote emotional wellbeing and independence alongside pastoral and curriculum staff

• Record progress accurately using digital systems and contribute to evidence gathering

• Help maintain a safe, motivating and inclusive learning environment

• Participate in training, meetings and quality assurance processes

Essential Experience

• At least 6 months childcare experience, ideally with SEN learners

• A compassionate, patient and proactive approach

• Confidence supporting young people with varied and complex needs

• A willingness to learn new communication and support strategies

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay

• A supportive consultant dedicated to your placement

• Access to specialist SEN and communication CPD

• Simple online portal for timesheets, availability and training

• Opportunities for long-term progression and future roles

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and full safeguarding clearance. Applicants must be committed to the safety and welfare of vulnerable young people.

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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