Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching

  • Whiston, Merseyside
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job descriptionAbout the Role:Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with in an excellent secondary school in the Whiston area. Whether you’re an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for your next career step, transitioning from the care sector into education, or a recent graduate eager to kick-start your career, this role could be perfect for you.Learning Support AssistantLocation: Whiston, L35Start Date: September 2025Contract Type: Full-timeWorking Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pmPay: Paid to scaleResponsibilities
  • Supporting Students: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs, helping them engage and succeed in their studies.
  • Classroom Assistance: Assist the class teacher in managing the classroom, preparing materials, and implementing lesson plans.
  • Behavioural Support: Help manage and improve student behaviour, ensuring a positive and conducive learning environment.
  • Encouraging Inclusion: Ensuring students feel valued and supported in the classroom.
  • Monitoring Progress: Helping students achieve their learning goals.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience working with children.
  • Experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
  • Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable, but not essential as training will be provided).
  • Right to Work in the UK.
  • Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or willingness to apply for a new one.
  • Ability to provide a minimum of two professional references/to cover the last 2 years
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
  • Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
  • Support from a dedicated and experienced team.
How to Apply:If you are a passionate Learning Support Assistant ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to this advertContract/Position Details:About ProsperoProud to be listed in the Times as one of 'The Best Companies To Work For', Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.

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