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Learning Support Assistant

United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne · Job Posted January 22, 2026
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Are you a compassionate and flexible Learning Support Assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? A welcoming and inclusive school in the West End of Newcastle is seeking dedicated LSAs to work on a supply basis. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional needs. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with experience in health and social care, youth work, or higher education. You will work on a day-to-day or short-term supply basis, supporting learners with a variety of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, social anxiety, and challenging behaviours. The role may involve working 1:1, in small groups, or supporting whole classes, and includes personal care responsibilities.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide tailored support to learners with additional needs
  • Assist in the delivery of lessons and activities across all age groups
  • Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour strategies
  • Help students access learning and develop key social and communication skills
  • Support with personal care, including toileting and hygiene routines
  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff to ensure consistent care and support

Requirements

  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (in school or other settings)
  • Comfortable with personal care duties
  • Resilient, nurturing and calm under pressure
  • Able to work confidently across all age groups
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)
  • Excellent communication and team-working skills
  • Reliable and available between 8:00am and 4:30pm on an ad hoc basis

What we offer

  • Competitive daily rates paid weekly
  • Flexible working – you choose your availability
  • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
  • A supportive consultant who understands SEN settings
  • The chance to gain valuable experience across early years, primary, and secondary settings

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