Learning Support Assistant

Location: West Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time/Part-Time | Long Term-Permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £95-£110

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? Do you have the patience, enthusiasm, and dedication to support pupils in their learning journey?

We are looking for a caring and motivated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team, supporting pupils across our primary schools. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on children's education and development, particularly those who require additional support in the classroom.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to provide tailored support for pupils, helping them to access the curriculum and reach their individual learning goals. You may support pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small intervention groups, or within the wider classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Work alongside class teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils requiring additional assistance.
• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote independence and confidence.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers.
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school, nursery, childcare, or educational setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant, Learning Support, Childcare, or Education qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• First Aid qualification.

If you are a compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed individual looking to support children in achieving success both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.