Job description
Outreach Learning Support Assistant – Tiptree
Location: Tiptree
Salary : £90 - £120 per day
GSL Education is seeking to appoint dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to join our team at Tiptree Campus.This is a unique opportunity to support secondary pupils experiencing Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA), helping them rebuild confidence, manage anxiety, and re-engage with their learning.
The position start date is effective from 1st September 2026.
The position is 37 hours per week, and the working pattern is as follows; Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm.
1. What you’ll be expected to do in the role:
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Build safe, trusting relationships with pupils as a consistent role model
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Deliver trauma-informed and life skills interventions
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Support individual and small group learning, both academically and pastorally
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Collaborate with teachers, parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for each young person
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Track progress and celebrate every success, no matter how small
2. What we’re looking for:
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A strong understanding of the impact of trauma and adversity on young people
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Experience working with children or young people in an educational or similar setting
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Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
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Willingness to undertake relevant training, including first aid and trauma-informed practice
3. What we offer:
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A supportive and inclusive working environment
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression
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Access to wellbeing support and training
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The chance to make a real impact on the lives of vulnerable young people
For more updates on the role, do not hesitate to contact Katie Gibson or apply at www.gsleducation.com