Graduate Learning Support Assistant Birmingham
Birmingham, B15 | Full-Time | September 2026 Start
£24,500–£29,500 per annum | Monday–Friday | 8:00am–3:30pm
Are you a graduate looking to build a rewarding career supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?
A highly respected and inclusive secondary school in Birmingham (B15) is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to join its dedicated student support team. Situated in one of Birmingham's most accessible and sought-after education hubs, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with students who require additional academic, behavioural or emotional support.
The school prides itself on creating an environment where every student is encouraged to succeed, regardless of their starting point. With a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and academic achievement, the school has built an excellent reputation across Birmingham for supporting both students and staff to thrive.
The Role
• Supporting students with additional learning needs across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Providing one-to-one and small group interventions
• Assisting pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other learning differences
• Helping students remain engaged and confident within lessons
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Who We're Looking For
• A graduate in any subject area
• Passion for supporting young people and making a positive difference
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach
• Interest in education, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, social work or mental health support
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential
Why Join This School?
• Outstanding reputation for inclusion and student support
• Modern facilities and specialist intervention spaces
• Dedicated SEN and pastoral support teams
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing programme and employee support services
• On-site fitness facilities and staff social spaces
• Excellent transport connections across Birmingham
• Clear pathways into teacher training, educational psychology and wider education careers
This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate seeking meaningful experience within education while developing highly transferable skills in communication, behaviour support and student development.
If you are passionate about helping young people reach their potential and want to join a school where inclusion sits at the heart of everything they do, we would love to hear from you.
Applications are welcomed immediately, with interviews taking place on a rolling basis.