Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £105 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2025 |
| Location: | Middleton, Lancashire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 180737 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant
SEND School - Middleton (M24)
Contract type: Full-time, long-term supply (Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30, term-time)
Daily rate: £102
Start: September 2025
With an OFSTED rating of "Good" the school caters for pupils aged 11-16 with a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional learning difficulties such as autism, ADHD, and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Many pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and benefit from a nurturing and structured environment that supports both academic and personal development. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential for continuity into the next academic year.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping learners access meaningful, personalised learning experiences and develop essential life skills. You will:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis across a sensory and functional curriculum
- Implement communication strategies ( PECS, Makaton, AAC) and assist with sensory regulation
- Follow therapy and behaviour support plans, with full training provided
- Support with personal care, manual handling, and hydrotherapy sessions as needed
- Work collaboratively with Teachers, Therapists, and other LSAs to create a safe, consistent, and encouraging learning environment
The successful applicant will:
· Have experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs
· Have a calm, proactive and resilient with a person-centred approach
· Be comfortable with personal care and moving & handling tasks
· Have right to work in the UK and full-time availability
· PECS, Makaton, BSL or AAC training (desirable)
· Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (desirable)
· MAPA, Team-Teach, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)
What we offer
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
SEND School - Middleton (M24)
Contract type: Full-time, long-term supply (Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30, term-time)
Daily rate: £102
Start: September 2025
With an OFSTED rating of "Good" the school caters for pupils aged 11-16 with a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional learning difficulties such as autism, ADHD, and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Many pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and benefit from a nurturing and structured environment that supports both academic and personal development. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential for continuity into the next academic year.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping learners access meaningful, personalised learning experiences and develop essential life skills. You will:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis across a sensory and functional curriculum
- Implement communication strategies ( PECS, Makaton, AAC) and assist with sensory regulation
- Follow therapy and behaviour support plans, with full training provided
- Support with personal care, manual handling, and hydrotherapy sessions as needed
- Work collaboratively with Teachers, Therapists, and other LSAs to create a safe, consistent, and encouraging learning environment
The successful applicant will:
· Have experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs
· Have a calm, proactive and resilient with a person-centred approach
· Be comfortable with personal care and moving & handling tasks
· Have right to work in the UK and full-time availability
· PECS, Makaton, BSL or AAC training (desirable)
· Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (desirable)
· MAPA, Team-Teach, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)
What we offer
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.