Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School in Bury

Milk Education are working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Bury who are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Learning Support Assistant to join their team ASAP.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people in education, helping them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, develop independence and reach their full potential in a mainstream secondary school environment.

You will work alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs and support staff to provide tailored support to secondary-aged pupils with a range of learning abilities and additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and pupils who require extra support to access the curriculum.

The school welcomes applications from experienced Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, graduates and candidates with transferable experience from childcare, care work, youth work, support work, coaching or similar settings.

Your Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils who require additional help with their learning.

• Support pupils across a range of subjects, helping them engage with lessons and access the mainstream curriculum.

• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored learning strategies and individual support plans.

• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet different learning styles, abilities and individual needs.

• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.

• Support pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.

• Help pupils develop their communication, social interaction and organisational skills.

• Support pupils with their academic progress, personal development and preparation for future education or employment.

• Create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment where all pupils feel valued.

• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, teachers and other school staff.

• Support pupils with classroom routines, transitions between lessons and maintaining focus during learning activities.

• Encourage pupils to develop resilience, motivation and a positive attitude towards learning.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies to ensure pupil safety and wellbeing.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people in a school, care or similar setting (desirable).

• Is patient, empathetic, approachable and understanding.

• Has a genuine passion for supporting secondary-aged pupils with their education and personal development.

• Can adapt their approach to meet the different learning needs and abilities of pupils in a mainstream secondary school.

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Can remain calm, positive and supportive when managing challenging situations.

• Is proactive, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Understands the importance of safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

• Is confident supporting pupils who may struggle with learning, concentration, confidence or behaviour.

• Is enthusiastic about helping young people achieve their academic goals and develop independence.

Previous Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant experience is desirable but not essential. Graduates and candidates with transferable experience from care work, childcare, youth work, support work, volunteering or coaching are encouraged to apply.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive daily rates of pay (£107.71 per day minimum).

• Full-time opportunity in a supportive mainstream secondary school in Bury.

• Valuable experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities.

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities through Milk Academy.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to develop your skills and confidence in secondary education.

• Experience working alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs and education professionals.

• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's education, confidence and future opportunities.

Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support young people with their learning and development in a mainstream secondary school in Bury, we'd love to hear from you!

Whether you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant or looking to take your first step into secondary education, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable classroom experience and make a lasting positive impact on young people's lives.

Click 'Apply Now' or contact:

miranda.wells@milk-education.co.uk

Why Choose Milk Education?

We’re bottled differently here at Milk, with national coverage and offices in your local area. We take a whole-school approach to staffing, culture and school impact, connecting educators with schools that value consistency, wellbeing and community.

With Priority Partnerships, enrichment programmes, CPD and our Unbottled and Make Life Kind initiatives, we’re rethinking what a recruitment agency can be.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please note that Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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