Job description
Support Student Success as a Learning Support Assistant in Northumberland!
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Northumberland
Salary Range: £95 – £115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day / Long-term | Part-time / Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them reach their full potential?
GSL Education are excited to recruit a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a welcoming and inclusive school in Northumberland. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £95–£115, depending on experience, and is ideal for someone who is committed to making a positive impact on pupils’ academic and personal development.
Key Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant (LSA):
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of learning needs.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
- Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and completing classroom activities.
- Encourage confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
- Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Prepare teaching resources and assist with classroom organisation.
Job Requirements for Learning Support Assistant (LSA):
- Experience working with children or young people in an educational or care setting.
- A positive, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Learning Support Assistant’ role, click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.