Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £100 - £120 per day

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a secondary school?

Do you have experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly Autism (ASD) and ADHD?

Are you patient, adaptable and passionate about helping young people reach their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in Manchester, which has been awarded a 'Good' Ofsted rating. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students with a range of abilities and additional needs can thrive.

The school is looking to take on an experienced Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support students with additional learning needs, including Autism / ASD and ADHD, providing both 1:1 and small group support where required, helping students engage with their learning, manage their behaviour and develop independence within the classroom.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) is desirable

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is essential

• Experience working with students with Autism / ASD and ADHD is highly desirable

• Experience supporting students within a mainstream secondary school environment

• Strong behaviour management and communication skills

• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0161 870 3623

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.