Learning Support Assistant

Description

Are you a flexible, compassionate, and motivated individual looking to make a positive impact in education?

Five Education is seeking Supply Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of school settings in Gloucestershire, including nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, and specialist SEND provisions.This role is ideal for those who enjoy variety and want to gain experience supporting children and young people with SEND in a range of settings.

As a supply LSA, you’ll work on a flexible, day-to-day basis (with the opportunity to move into long-term and contract roles) in local educational settings. You’ll support students with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and daily routines, adapting your approach to suit the age group and individual needs of each student. The students you support may have a variety of additional learning needs, including ASC, ADHD, or SEMH.

Previous experience working in schools or with children in a care or support capacity is desirable, but not essential. What matters most is your ability to build positive relationships with young learners, your adaptability, and your genuine interest in helping children reach their potential.

Main Responsibilities:

Support students both 1:1 and in small groups by making the curriculum accessible and fun

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and other staff members to address the individual needs of students

Assist with classroom tasks, activities, and resource preparation

Promote positive behaviour and help manage any challenging situations calmly and professionally

Provide personal care or physical support, if required

Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

Essential Criteria:

Empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people

Flexible and adaptable – happy to work across different school types and age groups

Available to work Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 15:30 (term-time only)

Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas

Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years)

Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one*

*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

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Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more

Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)

Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Specialist support/mentoring while you are working

Pay

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fees or employer’s NI.

Please note the pay rate is for illustration and includes holiday pay.

Vetting

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

Interested?

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Anika. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Contact Anika on (phone number removed)

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