Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: M23, Wythenshawe
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Salary: £13.76 TO £15.87 per hour (Permanent Contract)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Duration: Permanent
Reeson Education is recruiting a resilient and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH provision in the M23 area of Wythenshawe. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils who are not in mainstream education and require a tailored approach to learning.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working with students aged 11 to 16 who present with a wide variety of complex needs, including SEMH, behavioural challenges, and additional learning difficulties. The school is looking for a confident, adaptable, and compassionate Learning Support Assistant who can build strong relationships, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils access education in a supportive environment.
Learning Support Assistant Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small group support across KS3 and KS4
Work with pupils with SEMH and complex needs to encourage engagement
Support behaviour management strategies as a proactive Learning Support Assistant
Assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons to meet individual needs
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote progress
Support pupils with social and emotional development as a Learning Support Assistant
Maintain consistency and structure in daily routines
Ensure safeguarding and welfare policies are followed at all times
Be a reliable, calm, and adaptable presence as a Learning Support AssistantLearning Support Assistant Requirements:
Previous experience working with SEMH pupils or in a specialist provision
Resilience, patience, and confidence managing challenging behaviour
A flexible and dynamic approach to supporting learning
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Full commitment to a permanent Learning Support Assistant roleWhy Join This SEMH Provision as a Learning Support Assistant?
Permanent, full-time contract with stability and progression opportunities
Supportive SEMH school with a dedicated and welcoming team
Opportunity to make a life-changing difference to young people aged 11-16
Varied and rewarding role for a committed Learning Support Assistant
A chance to grow your career within specialist educationIf you're a passionate and resilient Learning Support Assistant who is ready for a rewarding permanent role in an SEMH provision, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Learning Support Assistant with Reeson Education!
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England