Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Location: North East (various school and college locations)

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Pay and Working Hours

Hours: Full Time and Part Time Considered

Rate of Pay: £15.96

Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only - Full Time and Part Time available)

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team supporting schools and colleges across the North East. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting an inclusive learning environment and ensuring that all pupils are supported to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to individual pupils and small groups, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery, classroom management, and learning activities.
• Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN) in accordance with individual education plans (IEPs).
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community and uphold its values and standards.

Person Specification

• A patient, empathetic, and professional approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow direction from teaching staff.
• Commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people.
• You must hold or be willing to have an Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service

Henry Blue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wallsend

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

22-12-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English