Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

We're currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with additional needs across local schools and specialist settings. This role is about providing calm, consistent support to help pupils feel safe, confident, and able to engage with learning. Support may be 1:1 or in small groups, depending on the setting and pupil needs.

What does a Learning Support Assistant do?

• Support pupils who may need extra help due to Autism (ASD)
• ADHD
• SEMH
• Learning difficulties
• Speech & Language needs
• Emotional or behavioural challenges

You may be working in mainstream schools, special schools, or alternative provisions, supporting learning both in and out of the classroom.

Ideal Candidate

• Have a minimum of 6 months experience in education, SEN, care, or support work
• Patient, empathetic, and reliable
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Understand that learning looks different for every child

Qualifications are useful but not essential - the right attitude and experience matter most.

Practical Details

• Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
• Hours: Full-time / Part-time options
• Pay: £90 - £110 per day (experience dependent)

You'll be working through a SEND-specialist education recruitment agency that works closely with schools to provide staff who genuinely fit their environments. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

Contact: Alice Law

Telephone: Ext: 4010

Referral: If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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