Learning support assistant

Learning support assistant Job Title: Learning support assistant Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Location: Birmingham Region: West Midlands Branch: Leicester Salary: £90 - 95 per day APPLY JOB ALERT BACK TO JOB LISTING CLOSE ? Location Job types SEARCHCLEAR SEARCH JOB DESCRIPTION SHARE SHARE SHARE Job Title: Learning support assistant - SEMH Location: Birmingham Pay rate: £90-£95 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Time: Hours 8.30 am – 3.30 pm – Monday to Friday. Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Support pupils to access learning, build confidence, and thrive within a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment! GSL Education are looking a skilled Learning Support Assistant to join a school in Birmingham. As Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will help pupils overcome learning barriers and reach their full potential by working closely with teaching staff to provide targeted classroom and one‑to‑one support to the students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ensuring learners remain engaged, confident, and well supported throughout the school day. The client school is known for its strong academic ethos and inclusive learning culture. It provides a well-structured curriculum, modern facilities and a collaborative working environment where staff feel valued and supported. The school promotes high expectations, positive behaviour and continuous professional development, helping every member of staff to grow and succeed. Responsibilities of Learning Support Assistant (LSA): Provide one-to-one and small group learning support to students with SEMH needs. Assist pupils in understanding tasks and accessing the curriculum Encourage positive behaviour and participation in lessons Support pupils with additional learning needs where required Help maintain a safe and structured learning environment What we are looking for: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs in an educational setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills A patient, caring, and supportive approach Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one) If you are a compassionate Learning Support Assistant ready to make a difference, we welcome your application. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To register your interest in the “Learning support assistant - SEMH” role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch. APPLY JOB ALERT Harsharan Virdee Education Consultant, Leicester +4411 6478 8000 eMail Recruiter MORE JOBS FOR THIS RECRUITER