Specialist Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Join to apply for the Specialist Learning Support Assistant role at Ripple Education2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Specialist Learning Support Assistant role at Ripple EducationAt Ripple Education, we are a trusted local Education Supply Agency providing high-quality teaching and support staff to specialist and mainstream settings across the North East. We are currently recruiting Specialist Learning Support Assistants for specialist settings.

The Role

We are seeking dedicated, resilient and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to support students within highly specialised settings across Northumberland.

Key Responsibilities

Support the educational and emotional development of students in the classroom.Build trusted relationships with young people while maintaining clear professional boundaries.Help deliver structured lessons, tailored interventions and activities focused on personal development and vocational skills.Provide 1:1 and group support, encouraging engagement, resilience and progress.Assist with managing behaviour using specialist approaches.Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Person Specification

Minimum Essential Requirements

Right to work in the UKMinimum of 2 referencesEnhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable Criteria

Level 2 Teaching Assistant / Level 6 Qualification - DegreeExperience supporting young people with behavioural, emotional or social difficulties, ideally in a secure or SEN environmentTraining in de-escalation and trauma-informed practice (or willingness to undertake training).Experience in residential, SEN or PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) settings.

Work Related Circumstances

Ability to work flexiblyParticipate in trainingA commitment to ensuring a safe environment for children, a thorough knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures

Ripple Education Benefits

Employee mentoring programmeFinancial planning servicesFlexitimePensionHoliday Pay

How To Apply

Option 1: Send us your CV for review.

Once our team has reviewed your CV, we will send you an application form to complete and return.

Option 2: Send us an Application Form directly.

Follow this link https://hub.rocket-recruitment.co.uk/ripple-education to complete and apply.

As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, we require an application form prior to interview.

Ripple Education is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Any candidates seeking work with Ripple Education must fully engage with and pass our rigorous and robust safer recruitment process and compliance procedures before we can consider them for any placement or assignment with our schools. Please read the Ripple Education Quality Assurance & Safeguarding Policy on our website to understand our commitment to comply with the highest standards at each stage of the recruitment process.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect our staff to share this commitment.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bath

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-04-2026

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