Learning Support Assistant, Secondary SEN
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full time or part time, term time only
Help older learners feel understood, supported and ready to grow
We are looking for a thoughtful and steady Learning Support Assistant to work with secondary students who need a bit of extra support to stay confident in lessons and connected to school life. If you enjoy building trust with young people and you are good at seeing the person behind the behaviour, this role is a lovely fit.
What you will be doing
- Supporting students with a mix of additional needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia and social, emotional and mental health needs
- Helping young people stay focused, organised and ready to learn
- Guiding pupils through tricky moments with calm, consistent communication
- Working alongside teachers, pastoral teams and SEND staff
- Encouraging independence and celebrating every small win
What the school is looking for
- A patient, reliable adult that teenagers can trust
- Experience in SEN or youth work is essential
- Someone who can stay upbeat and solution focused, even when the day gets busy
- A team player who brings warmth, curiosity and high expectations
What you get with Protocol Education
- A supportive consultant who checks in, celebrates your progress and helps you plan your next steps
- Free specialist CPD including our Thrive Child Development training
- Opportunities to grow in SEND, behaviour support and pastoral pathways
- Weekly pay, flexible working options and long term roles
If you want to help young people feel seen, capable and supported, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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