Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant – Secondary Focus
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting young people in a secondary school setting? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and supportive Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Sheffield, working closely with students to help them engage with learning and reach their full potential.
About the School:
The school offers a positive and structured secondary learning environment where students are encouraged to grow academically and personally. It supports learners from a range of backgrounds and places strong emphasis on inclusion, consistency, and high expectations. With a focus on student well-being and progress, the school promotes respectful relationships, resilience, and confidence. Staff work collaboratively to ensure students feel supported, motivated, and prepared for future success.
About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide targeted support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will work alongside teachers and support staff to help students access the curriculum, manage behaviour, and develop confidence within the classroom.
Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students across secondary year groups.
• Support students with additional learning needs to access lessons and activities.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and structured lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage student engagement.
• Support students’ academic progress, social development, and emotional well-being.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Understanding of additional learning needs and classroom support strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A patient, reliable, and proactive approach to supporting learning.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a secondary school setting. To apply for the position of Learning Support Assistant, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a Learning Support Assistant, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Learning Support Assistant, please apply via the application link.