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? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Sheffield. This role is ideal for individuals who are committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
About the School:
The school is a forward-thinking secondary setting that values inclusion, diversity, and high expectations for all learners. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence and personal development, the school provides structured support systems to ensure every student can succeed. Staff work collaboratively to create an engaging and respectful environment where students feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn. The school promotes resilience, independence, and positive relationships throughout its community.
About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant with a secondary focus, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide targeted support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will assist learners who may require additional academic or emotional support, ensuring they remain engaged and confident within the classroom environment.
Responsibilities:
• Provide in-class support to students across a range of secondary subjects, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.
• Deliver small group or one-to-one interventions to support academic progress and close learning gaps.
• Support students with additional learning needs, including SEN, SEMH, or literacy and numeracy challenges.
• Promote positive behaviour and reinforce the school’s behaviour management policies.
• Assist teachers in preparing resources and adapting materials to suit individual learning needs.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and SENCO where appropriate.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Experience supporting students with additional learning needs is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting young people’s development.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of secondary students. To apply for the position of Learning Support Assistant, please submit your CV now.
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.