Learning Support Assistant - Flitwick

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Specialist SEMH School
Flitwick, Bedfordshire | Full-Time | Immediate Start Preferred

Location: Flitwick, Bedfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Rate: -95105 per day
Setting: Specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision
Start Date: ASAP, subject to availability

Full-Time Learning Support Assistant - Flitwick
Are you a resilient, confident and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Aspire People are recruiting a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist SEMH school that is relocating from Dunstable to Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people who experience social, emotional and mental health difficulties and may face barriers to learning.

Previous experience working in an SEN, SEMH or challenging behaviour setting would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with the right attitude, strong resilience and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed. Experience in education, youth work, care, support work or similar environments would be advantageous.

The most important qualities are resilience, patience, consistency and the ability to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging situations.

Please note: This is a full-time position only. Candidates must be able to commit to working the full school week.

The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and other school staff to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage with education in a structured and supportive environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with SEMH needs and difficulties with emotional regulation and behaviour.
Helping pupils manage challenging situations through calm, consistent and positive approaches.
Establishing clear boundaries and maintaining high expectations for behaviour.
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage with learning.
Supporting emotional development, independence, confidence and social skills.
Encouraging participation in classroom activities and educational tasks.
Working closely with teachers to implement individual support strategies.
Responding professionally to challenging behaviour while maintaining a safe learning environment.
Following school policies, safeguarding procedures and behaviour management strategies.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is mentally resilient, emotionally mature and confident in their ability to support young people through challenging situations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Strong resilience and the ability to manage emotionally demanding situations.
A calm, patient and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.
Confidence in setting boundaries and maintaining appropriate expectations.
The ability to build positive relationships while remaining professional and assertive when necessary.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A fair, supportive and adaptable attitude.
Reliability, commitment and a willingness to learn.
A genuine passion for helping vulnerable children and young people overcome barriers to learning.
Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday.
Previous SEN or SEMH experience is desirable but not essential. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate strong resilience, a positive attitude and the ability to remain composed under pressure. Full training and guidance on the role and school expectations can be discussed during the recruitment process.

Who Might Suit This Role?
This opportunity could suit candidates from a range of backgrounds, including:

Aspiring teachers or individuals interested in a career in education.
Teaching assistants or learning support assistants.
Youth workers, support workers or residential care staff.
Candidates with experience supporting children or young people in challenging circumstances.
Individuals with transferable skills who are confident, resilient and keen to develop a career in specialist education.
You do not need to have worked in an SEMH school before. However, you must be prepared for a demanding role that requires patience, emotional strength, consistency and a genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing.

Why Apply?
Full-time opportunity within a specialist SEMH educational setting.
Competitive daily pay of -95105.
The opportunity to develop experience in specialist education.
A chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.
An opportunity to develop valuable behaviour support and relationship-building skills.
Support from the Aspire People recruitment team throughout the placement.
Location and Working Pattern
Location: Flitwick, Bedfordshire. The school is relocating from Dunstable to Flitwick.
Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA).
Setting: Specialist SEMH school.
Working pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday.
Pay: -95105 per day.
Start date: ASAP, subject to availability.
Applicants should ensure they can reliably commute to Flitwick once the school has relocated.

Apply Today
If you are resilient, dependable and passionate about supporting children and young people who need additional help to access education, we would love to hear from you.

Previous SEN or SEMH experience is welcome but not essential. We are looking for the right person with the right attitude, a strong sense of resilience and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Apply today through Aspire People to find out more about this full-time Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Flitwick.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.