Learning Support Assistant

1 month ago


Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment - Education Full time

Your new company
Hays is working with a school in the Wirral looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September. This school is a well-established, forward-thinking school, which maintains high educational standards and high standards of discipline.

Your new role

  • Provide 1:1 Support: LSA offers one-on-one support to children with SEN, ensuring they can integrate as fully as possible in class activities and make progress. They may run specific programs and activities tailored to individual learning and social needs.
  • Individual Education Plans (IEP): LSAs implement targets from pupils' IEP's in collaboration with class teachers and the Senior Leadership Team.
  • Resource Modification: They create or modify resources (e.g., worksheets, visual prompts) based on advice from SLT, Educational Psychologists, or other outside agencies.
  • Inclusive Environment: LSA helps maintain an inclusive learning environment across the school, both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Positive Reinforcement: They provide positive reinforcement, praise, and rewards to pupils, encouraging their participation and engagement.
  • Small Group Activities: LSA's facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between students.
  • Professional Development: They attend relevant training and meetings to stay up-to-date with developments in working with children with special educational needs.
  • Feedback and Reporting: LSA's provide regular feedback to the SLT and relevant outside agencies regarding pupils' difficulties and progress.
    They also contribute to pupils' annual reviews.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience working with young people and special educational needs is desirable.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Work creatively and flexibly with students with special educational needs to promote autonomy, independence, personal development and employability for all students.
  • Form and promote positive relationships with staff, students, parents, the local community and outside agencies
  • Compassionate and patient approach

What you'll get in return

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)



  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Educational Support Assistant - Join Our TeamAre you dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment? At Academics Ltd, we are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Educational Support Assistant to enhance our educational team.We are collaborating with a vibrant primary institution that is in need of two educational support assistants for a long-term...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time £90 - £110

    Position: SEND Teaching Assistant / SEND TAWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role involves supporting students in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) setting, focusing on those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).Key Responsibilities:- Provide one-on-one support to students, assisting with...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Role Overview: Support WorkerAre you interested in a full-time or part-time position?Do you have a passion for assisting individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?Do you possess a background in care or support work?If your answer is yes, we would love to hear from you!A specialized educational institution is seeking dedicated staff members who can...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full time

    Position: Electrical Technician AssistantCompany: Meridian Business SupportJob Overview:Meridian Business Support is seeking skilled Electrical Technician Assistants to join our team for night shift operations.Key Responsibilities:1. Assist in the removal and disposal of outdated electrical wiring from designated areas.2. Support the installation of...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    An exciting opportunity has emerged to become part of a committed team within a network of educational institutions. These institutions are dedicated to assisting students with diverse needs, particularly those holding an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who require alternatives to traditional schooling. They are in search of an Educational Support...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Vision for Education - Liverpool Full time £417 - £450

    Position: Educational Support Assistant (Full Time)Salary: £417 - £450 per week (dependent on experience and/or qualifications)We are seeking a dedicated Educational Support Assistant to join our team, providing essential support across Early Years and Key Stage 1 with a focus on Academic Interventions. Our institution is recognized as a Therapeutic School...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Tradewind Recruitment Full time

    Special Needs Support Assistant OpportunityTradewind Recruitment is pleased to present an excellent opportunity for a caring and committed individual to join a Special Educational Needs (SEN) institution as a Special Needs Support Assistant.Position: Special Needs Support AssistantLocation: SEN InstitutionRole Overview:As a Special Needs Support Assistant,...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Join Our Team as a Dedicated Support Assistant in Primary EducationAre you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children with special educational needs? If so, we welcome you to become an integral part of our team in primary education.Position: Dedicated Support AssistantAbout Us:At Academics Ltd, we are committed to fostering an...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Connex Education Full time

    Exciting Opportunity for a SEN Teaching AssistantWe are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children with special educational needs.About the Role:Our client, a Primary SEN School, is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Position: Care Assistant for Special Needs SupportAre you available for full-time or part-time work?Do you have a passion for assisting individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?Do you possess a background in care or support work?If your answer is yes, we would love to hear from you!A specialized educational institution is seeking dedicated staff...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Position: Individual SEMH Support Assistant Teaching Personnel is collaborating with a specialized educational provision to seek a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant. Candidates should be prepared to travel and have relevant experience in care, support, or educational settings. Role OverviewAs a 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Tradewind Recruitment Full time

    Join Our Team as a Special Educational Needs Support AssistantAre you committed to enhancing the educational experiences of children with special educational needs? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for passionate and motivated Special Educational Needs Support Assistants to become part of a dynamic primary educational environment.Position Overview:Role:...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    1:1 SEMH Support Role Teaching Personnel is collaborating with a specialized educational provision to find a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant. Candidates should be prepared to travel to the designated area, and prior experience in care, support, or educational settings is preferred. Position OverviewAs a 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant, you will provide...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Tradewind Recruitment Full time

    Join Our Team as a Special Educational Needs Support AssistantAre you dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences of young individuals with special educational requirements? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate and motivated Special Educational Needs Support Assistant to become part of a dynamic SEN institution.Position Overview:Role: Special...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Wirral Employer: Teaching PersonnelRole Overview:Teaching Personnel is on the lookout for committed and empathetic SEND Teaching Assistants to become part of our dedicated team, providing support to children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in various educational settings across the Wirral...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Are you dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences of children with additional needs?Join our team as a Support Assistant for Children with Additional Needs!At Academics Ltd, we are seeking a committed individual to become a vital part of our exceptional team in a specialized educational setting.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the educational and...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Wirral Borough Council Full time

    Position Title: Transport Support Assistant Band: C Employment Type: Casual Wirral Borough Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Transport Support Assistants. These roles are essential for providing assistance on transportation services for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities who are attending specialized...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    1:1 Learning Support Assistant NeededPosition Type: Full-time/Part-time (Flexible) Salary: Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience)About the Position:Teaching Personnel, a leading agency in educational recruitment, is on the lookout for a committed 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to students with unique learning...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Position Overview PREVIOUS CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY At Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients, a goal we can only achieve through our dedicated and passionate workforce. Valued. Supported. Empowered. As an esteemed member of our organization, your supervisor will...


  • Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Co-op Academies Trust Full time

    Role of Educational Support AssistantWe are pleased to present an opportunity for an individual to enhance the growth of Co-op Academy Bebington. As a member of the Co-op Academies Trust, we uphold Co-operative principles to ensure exceptional educational experiences. Our curriculum is designed to be inclusive, addressing the needs of all learners, including...