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Learning Support AssistantDovetail and Slate Ltd • England, Gloucestershire, Stroud
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Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Dovetail and Slate Ltd • England, Gloucestershire, Stroud
30+ days ago
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£17.50 hourly
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Job description
Learning Support AssistantEmployment Type: Temporary, ongoing assessment to cover full academic year with chances of becoming permanent, Term-time only, August start Hours: fleixable hours availability (Standard working day is 08:30 - 16:30)Salary: £17,50 per hour via Umbrella

Are you a compassionate, positive, and proactive individual driven by the belief that every young person deserves a pathway to independence? We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our specialised educational team.

This role is perfect for experienced Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, or graduates (particularly in Psychology or Social Sciences) looking to build a rewarding career in special education-full training and continuous development are happily provided! You will work with a person-centred approach, acting as an essential anchor to help high-needs learners develop the key skills, self-care routines, and confidence they need to transition into adulthood.

Benefits:

  • A stable term-time-only structure (38 weeks per year) that aligns with the academic calendar.

  • Standardise your week around your lifestyle with flexible part-time or full-time schedules (minimum 3 days per week).

  • Receive dedicated, ongoing training in SEND support, behaviour regulation, and system tools.

  • Start with the stability of a full academic year contract, with excellent opportunities to secure a permanent role within the wider educational group.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support high-needs students on a 1:1, in-class, or out-of-class basis to progress toward their EHCP milestones, developmental goals, and vocational aspirations.

  • Collaborate closely with teaching staff to differentiate and modify curriculum resources, including supporting students during active sessions and community-based trips.

  • Complete administrative responsibilities by recording support interactions constructively, helping the college maintain statutory records for EHCP annual reviews

Requirements:

  • Experience supporting young people (aged 16-25) with additional needs (such as ASD, SEMH, sensory, or learning difficulties) in an educational, healthcare, or community setting. We also warmly welcome applications from graduates with a strong interest in special education.

Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

Could this be your next challenge? Please apply via this page with a copy of your CV. DISCLAIMERImportant NoticeDovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters.© Dovetail and Slate Limited.

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