Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Sheffield

Are you a caring and adaptable Learning Support Assistant looking for flexible work across schools in Sheffield?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for temporary, ongoing supply work across primary and secondary schools in Sheffield.

This Learning Support Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting pupils with their learning and development. You will work alongside teachers and school staff to help pupils access lessons, build confidence and make progress within a supportive Sheffield school environment.

Position: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply

Pay: -92.56 - -100 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant in Sheffield, you will provide classroom and individual support to pupils across a range of year groups and abilities.

The Learning Support Assistant will work closely with class teachers to support learning, encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop their confidence and independence. The exact support required will vary between schools and pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with classroom learning and activities
• Work alongside teachers to provide effective learning support
• Provide individual or small-group support where required
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement
• Help pupils develop confidence and independence
• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Communicate effectively with the wider school team

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• School-based experience is desirable
• Caring, patient and adaptable approach
• Confident supporting pupils with different needs
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one

What Academics Offer

• Flexible Learning Support Assistant opportunities throughout Sheffield
• Competitive daily rates of -92.56100
• Opportunities across a variety of schools
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
• Refer a friend and earn up to -75 Love2Shop vouchers

If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for flexible work in Sheffield, we''d love to hear from you. Academics can support you with ongoing supply and longer-term opportunities across Sheffield.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.