Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Special School Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding permanent role in a specialist setting? Do you want to work in a school where outstanding facilities, excellent resources and a supportive team allow you to make a real difference every day? This excellent special school in South Birmingham is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team on a permanent basis.As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality support for pupils with a range of special educational needs. You will support students on a 1-2-1 and small group basis, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and build independence within a structured and nurturing environment.The school benefits from outstanding facilities and a strong staff team committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.This role requires previous experience supporting children with special educational needs and ideally a Level 3 Teaching Assistant / LSA qualification. The successful candidate will be patient, proactive and passionate about helping young people succeed.Job Role:

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting students with learning, communication and social development
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Helping pupils engage with learning and remain focused
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and wellbeing
• Contributing to a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

In Return You Will:

• Secure a permanent role in an excellent special school
• Work in a school with outstanding facilities and resources
• Be part of a dedicated and experienced staff team
• Receive ongoing training and professional development
• Be paid a competitive salary based on experience
• Work in a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other LSA or SEND support vacancies or refer a colleague and ask about our excellent referral scheme.The Education Network Offer:Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £24,300 and £27,000 Per Month

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

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