Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Location: Newcastle 
Salary: £14.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm 
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
We’re currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist independent school in the Newcastle area for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and associated learning differences to reach their full potential.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers to provide individual and small-group support, helping pupils engage with learning and develop essential life skills. Each day brings new challenges and rewards as you see the difference your support makes in helping children grow in confidence, independence, and resilience.
If you are patient, caring, and motivated to make a positive impact this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality, inclusive lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Promote personal, social, and emotional development through encouragement and positive relationships.
• Assist in preparing engaging classroom materials and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
• Help manage pupil behaviour and reinforce positive approaches to learning.
• Uphold all safeguarding policies and child protection procedures to ensure pupil wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• A full UK driving licence – some travel between school sites may be required.
• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or support capacity (desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication, empathy, and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people thrive.

About the School
Our client is a well-established independent special school supporting pupils aged 10–18 years with SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties such as autism, ADHD, and attachment-related challenges.
The school offers a nurturing, structured environment with small class sizes and a strong focus on emotional wellbeing and personal growth. Staff are dedicated to helping every pupil build confidence, develop independence, and achieve meaningful outcomes both in and beyond the classroom.

Why Apply Through Us
As a specialist education recruitment agency, we work closely with schools across the North East to connect talented individuals with meaningful, rewarding roles. We’ll support you throughout the application process, ensuring you’re fully prepared and informed every step of the way.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a caring, forward-thinking school where your work truly makes a difference.
If you are interested in this role please email Rachael.chapman @ednetwork.co.uk with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on 0191 823 97 52 for an informal chat about opportunities. 
 
The Education Network Offer: 
Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career. 
You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth. 
 
The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance. 
We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days. 
 
Data Privacy and Processing 
By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network. 


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.