Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Looking for a role where the little wins really matter?
Where helping a child feel understood can shape their whole day?

If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs to grow in confidence and feel comfortable in the classroom, this could be a great fit.

We’re working with a welcoming school in Middlesbrough that’s on the lookout for a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant. It’s a setting where inclusion isn’t just a word, it’s part of everyday life, and where every member of staff plays a part in helping pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

You’ll be joining a team that leans on each other, celebrates progress in all its forms and truly appreciates the support you bring.

What the role looks like

You’ll work alongside class teachers to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEN, SEMH and PMLD. Whether you’re working one-to-one or with small groups, your focus will be on helping pupils access learning in a way that suits them, while building their independence and social confidence.

You’ll help create a calm and consistent environment where children feel secure enough to take part, try new things and enjoy learning.

What you’ll be getting involved in

• Supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH and PMLD through tailored approaches
• Working 1:1 and in small groups, adjusting support to individual needs
• Bringing EHCP targets and personalised plans to life in the classroom
• Using positive behaviour strategies to keep pupils engaged and on track
• Supporting children who may need extra help with communication or emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues

What we’re looking for

• Experience working with children or young people, SEN experience is helpful but not essential
• A calm, patient and genuinely caring approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to really listen
• A passion for helping children with additional needs thrive
• Backgrounds in care, youth work or education are a great fit

Not Thrive trained yet? That’s absolutely fine. We offer free Thrive training to help you build confidence in supporting children’s social and emotional development. It’s a great way to strengthen your CV and stand out to schools.

If you’re ready to be part of a team where your support makes a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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