Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £100 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Northampton |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 208079 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Daventry.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and thrive both academically and personally.
The Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCo to provide tailored support to students, both in and out of the classroom. You will play a key role in promoting engagement, confidence, and independence.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs
Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs
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Assisting in the delivery of lessons across a range of subjects
Assisting in the delivery of lessons across a range of subjects
-
Providing one-to-one or small group interventions
Providing one-to-one or small group interventions
-
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
-
Helping to adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
Helping to adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
-
Monitoring and recording student progress
Monitoring and recording student progress
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting
Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting
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A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
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The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
What We Offer:
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A supportive and collaborative working environment
A supportive and collaborative working environment
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Opportunities for professional development and training
Opportunities for professional development and training
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A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
-
A well-resourced and inclusive school community
A well-resourced and inclusive school community
Whether you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant or looking to start a career in education, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Daventry.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and thrive both academically and personally.
The Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCo to provide tailored support to students, both in and out of the classroom. You will play a key role in promoting engagement, confidence, and independence.
Your responsibilities will include:
-
Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs
Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs
-
Assisting in the delivery of lessons across a range of subjects
Assisting in the delivery of lessons across a range of subjects
-
Providing one-to-one or small group interventions
Providing one-to-one or small group interventions
-
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
-
Helping to adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
Helping to adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
-
Monitoring and recording student progress
Monitoring and recording student progress
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
-
Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting
Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting
-
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
-
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
-
A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
-
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
What We Offer:
-
A supportive and collaborative working environment
A supportive and collaborative working environment
-
Opportunities for professional development and training
Opportunities for professional development and training
-
A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
-
A well-resourced and inclusive school community
A well-resourced and inclusive school community
Whether you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant or looking to start a career in education, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.