Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £105 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 March 2026 |
| Location: | Stockport, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 204421 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant (Driver Required)
Alternative Provision - South Manchester
Contract: Full-time, long-term supply (Monday-Friday, 09:00-16:00, 1-hour break, term-time only)
Daily Rate: £105 per day
Start Date: ASAP
An alternative provision setting in South Manchester is seeking a reliable and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support a pupil with additional needs. This is a unique and rewarding role requiring a driver, as part of your responsibilities will include safely transporting the student between home, school, and the alternative provision venue.
This position would suit a calm, patient and adaptable individual who is committed to supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
About the Role
You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil accessing alternative provision, ensuring they are fully supported both academically and emotionally throughout the day. A key part of the role involves picking up and dropping off the student at designated locations (home, school and AP setting), so a valid UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle is essential.
This role offers the opportunity to build a strong, consistent relationship with a pupil who benefits from structured, nurturing support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent 1:1 learning and emotional support within the alternative provision setting.
- Safely transport the pupil between home, school and the AP venue.
- Support engagement in learning activities and help overcome barriers to education.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
- Implement behaviour and support plans in collaboration with teaching and pastoral staff.
- Maintain clear communication with school staff and parents/carers where appropriate.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times, particularly during transport.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to their own vehicle (essential).
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or additional needs.
- Calm, resilient and able to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Confident using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
- Flexible, reliable and professional in approach.
- Available full-time (09:00-16:00, term-time only).
- Has the right to work in the UK.
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience working within alternative provision or specialist settings.
- Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour management training.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's educational journey within a supportive and specialist environment.
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.
Alternative Provision - South Manchester
Contract: Full-time, long-term supply (Monday-Friday, 09:00-16:00, 1-hour break, term-time only)
Daily Rate: £105 per day
Start Date: ASAP
An alternative provision setting in South Manchester is seeking a reliable and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support a pupil with additional needs. This is a unique and rewarding role requiring a driver, as part of your responsibilities will include safely transporting the student between home, school, and the alternative provision venue.
This position would suit a calm, patient and adaptable individual who is committed to supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
About the Role
You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil accessing alternative provision, ensuring they are fully supported both academically and emotionally throughout the day. A key part of the role involves picking up and dropping off the student at designated locations (home, school and AP setting), so a valid UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle is essential.
This role offers the opportunity to build a strong, consistent relationship with a pupil who benefits from structured, nurturing support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent 1:1 learning and emotional support within the alternative provision setting.
- Safely transport the pupil between home, school and the AP venue.
- Support engagement in learning activities and help overcome barriers to education.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
- Implement behaviour and support plans in collaboration with teaching and pastoral staff.
- Maintain clear communication with school staff and parents/carers where appropriate.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times, particularly during transport.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to their own vehicle (essential).
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or additional needs.
- Calm, resilient and able to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Confident using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
- Flexible, reliable and professional in approach.
- Available full-time (09:00-16:00, term-time only).
- Has the right to work in the UK.
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience working within alternative provision or specialist settings.
- Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour management training.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's educational journey within a supportive and specialist environment.
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.