Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Job at SENse Learning (Woking)

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

SENse Learning

Location:
United Kingdom , Woking

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

Our Learning Support Assistant roles allow you to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for the most in-need young people, working across a variety of specialisms as an Education Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, and Education Mentor. At SENse Learning, we are on a mission to raise the standard of education for young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), as well as those with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We passionately believe in the transformative power of education, and through bespoke, one-to-one lessons, our dedicated team makes a positive impact on students' lives every day.

Job Responsibility:

Develop strong, positive relationships with children and young people who may have faced significant challenges in previous education settings
Provide one-to-one support in homes and community settings, delivering creative and interest-based activities
Support the development of life skills, confidence, and independence
Use trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies to support a wide range of additional needs
Understand the importance of emotional regulation and implement strategies to model and encourage this
Provide feedback and reflections to track progress and adapt support where needed

Requirements:

At least 2 years of experience working with children or young people with complex additional needs (e.g. ASC, ADHD, SEMH, EBSA, trauma, PDA, mental health)
Background: Ideal for Support Workers, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), Teaching Assistants (TAs), Higher-Level TAs, Youth Workers, Personal Assistants (PAs), or those with other relevant care or education backgrounds
Approach: Understanding of how to work in a child-centred, holistic way
you will have the ingenuity and creativity to make the curriculum work in an individual, student-centred way
Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references
Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs
Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment

What we offer:

Competitive pay: £18 – £23 per hour
Flexible working: Craft your own schedule with in-person, hybrid, and community-based support opportunities, agreeing session times with parents, carers, or schools
Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours, arranged in consultation with clients and schools to suit your schedule
Meaningful work: Support young people who are often excluded or disengaged from traditional education
Pastoral and Pathways Support: SENse Learning keeps a team around you and the child
Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources
Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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