Learning Support Assistant - Northampton Location: Northampton Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Do you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs and helping them thrive both inside and outside the classroom? We are delighted to be partnering with a number of welcoming and inclusive secondary schools across Northampton who are looking to appoint Learning Support Assistants to join their teams as soon as possible or from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed, caring, and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs (SEN). Whether you're experienced in school support or looking to take your first step into the education sector, this role offers invaluable experience and the chance to positively influence a young person's future. What You'll Be Doing Providing one-to-one and small group support for students with a variety of additional needs Assisting teachers with differentiated tasks, classroom routines, and resource preparation Supporting students with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, SEMH needs, and other SEN Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence, and engagement in learning Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing across the school day Helping create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment We're Looking For Someone Who Is passionate about helping young people succeed, particularly those with SEN Has a calm, patient, and empathetic approach to learning support Communicates clearly and builds strong, positive relationships with students and staff Is reliable, adaptable, and works well within a team Ideally has experience in education, care, youth work, or SEN support (not essential) Shows enthusiasm for learning new skills and developing within a school role What You'll Gain in Return A long-term role with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position The chance to work in friendly, well-supported Northampton schools Competitive weekly pay, with pay-to-scale options where applicable Free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses via Tradewind's National College platform, including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Mental Health in Schools, and more Continuous guidance and support from an experienced team of education consultants Clear pathways into future careers such as teaching, SEN specialism, behaviour mentoring, or educational therapy If you're ready to make a positive impact in Northampton's schools ASAP or from January 2026, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to discover Learning Support Assistant opportunities across Northampton