Learning Support Assistant – Alternative Provision Northampton, Northamptonshire
Full-time Long-term Immediate Start
Inspire EHC – Specialist SEND & SEMH Recruitment
Young people in Alternative Provisions deserve adults who see beyond behaviour and believe in potential. If that sounds like you, this Learning Support Assistant role could be a brilliant fit.
Learning Support Assistant – The Role
You’ll be supporting pupils with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Many have experienced disrupted education, trauma, or a loss of trust in school. Your role is to help rebuild that trust and reintroduce them to learning in a way that feels safe, consistent, and achievable.
Your responsibilities will include:
Building safe, trusting relationships with pupils
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Delivering 1:1 and small-group learning and intervention sessions
Helping pupils re-engage with learning at a pace that works for them
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams
Being a calm, steady presence on the tough days and a champion on the good ones
Based in Northampton, Northamptonshire
Learning Support Assistant – What We’re Looking For
You don’t need previous school experience, but you do need:
Resilience, empathy, and patience
Experience supporting young people with SEMH, trauma, or challenging behaviour (education, youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring, etc.)
A genuine passion for helping pupils
The ability to stay calm, consistent, and solution-focused
A willingness to learn and be part of a supportive team
Commutable to Northampton, Northamptonshire
Why Work with Inspire EHC
Inspire EHC is a specialist SEND, SEMH, and Mental Health recruitment agency. We’re not here to “fill roles” — we partner with settings and professionals who care deeply about getting it right.
You’ll benefit from:
A dedicated specialist consultant who understands SEMH and AP environments
Access to training and ongoing support
Competitive pay reflective of your experience
Roles that match your values, strengths, and long-term goals
Apply Today
If you want to make a real difference in an Alternative Provision in Northampton, Northamptonshire — and you’re ready to support young people who need stability, understanding, and belief — we’d love to hear from you.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspire EHC and our partner school in Northampton, Northamptonshire are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two independent references.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds