Learning Support Assistant

Posted 21 May 2025
Salary £90 - £100 per day
LocationNorth Tyneside
Job type Long Term Temporary
Discipline S.E.N.D
ReferenceJ7064_1747841520

Job description

Leader Education are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), for a special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) school in North Tyneside and Northumberland.

This position creates a fantastic opportunity for classroom development and a great way to get further exposure and experience. The successful LSA will have transferable knowledge skills from a recent and relevant role. This role will include working with children from Key Stage 1 through to 4 and will involve working 1:1 and in small groups.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm and is a long-term position.

Leader Education can offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
  • Free mandatory training
  • A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
  • Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

The successful LSA will have:

  • An enhanced DBS on the update service, or the willingness to obtain one
  • An ability to follow instructions, school's policies and procedures
  • Have transferable knowledge skills from a recent and relevant role
  • Patience, compassion and a genuine interest for the well-being of all children
  • The ability to support the teacher with planning lessons and activities within the educational setting
  • A proactive personality and can assist with the preparation of materials for lessons
  • Supervision skills towards the students during activities and outings
  • Skills such as providing good communication towards staff members, parents, and carers

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.