Job description
Looking for a Learning Support Assistant in Doncaster!
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you patient, encouraging and keen to help pupils reach their full potential? A welcoming school in Doncaster is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2026.
About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who need extra guidance to access the curriculum, offering tailored support in and outside the classroom. You'll collaborate with class teachers and the wider support team to help build pupils' confidence, independence and enjoyment of learning. GSL Education South Yorkshire are proud to support schools across the region in finding dedicated staff like you.
About the School:
This warm and inclusive school places a strong emphasis on nurturing every pupil's individual needs. With a supportive staff team and a focus on high standards of teaching and pastoral care, it offers a positive setting for both pupils and staff to thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
- Assist class teachers in preparing and adapting learning materials.
- Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
- Help implement strategies outlined in pupils' individual education plans.
- Encourage independence and build pupils' self-esteem.
- Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and liaise with staff as needed.
Requirements:
- Experience working with children, either in a school or similar setting, is desirable.
- A patient, adaptable and encouraging approach.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with pupils.
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Relevant qualifications or SEN experience are advantageous but not essential.
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 two years.
- Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.