Job description
Join as a Midday Learning Support – Help SEN Pupils Thrive!
Job Title: Midday Learning Support
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £95 - £100 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are looking for a friendly and dependable Midday Learning Support Assistant to work at a welcoming Special Education Needs (SEN) school in Chesterfield. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to support them during the lunchtime period in a special educational needs setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils during lunchtime, helping them eat safely and comfortably.
- Supervise and engage children in positive play and social interaction.
- Ensure a safe and calm environment in the dining hall and playground.
- Support children with SEN in moving between spaces safely and confidently.
- Communicate effectively with teaching staff and follow school routines.
Ideal Candidate:
- Must hold a full UK driving licence, as travel between sites may be required.
- Experience working with children or young people, especially in SEN settings, is an advantage.
- Calm, caring, and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to follow routines.
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education
- An updated CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates based on experience.
- A supportive and dedicated consultant to guide you throughout.
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
- A friendly, inclusive school environment where your role is truly appreciated.
If you are a passionate individual and ready to support students as a Midday Learning Support, we want to hear from you!
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 Midday Learning Support role in Chesterfield, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.