Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant-

  • Location: South Manchester
  • Salary: £17000- £22000 per annum
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Contract Type: Full Time

GSL Education are supporting a Secondary School in South Manchester that needs an SEN Learning Support Assistant to start ASAP on a full-time, permanent contract. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting teachers and students in KS3/KS4. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to work closely with students with special educational needs (SEN), supporting their academic, emotional, and social development.

This secondary school has an excellent reputation in the local area. You’ll be working in an excellent setting, supporting pupils with special educational needs and ensuring they are staying on task and can access all lesson materials.

The key responsibilities include:

  • Provide tailored support to students with SEN, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
  • Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to create an inclusive learning environment.
  • Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions to address specific learning needs.
  • Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.

If you’re experienced working with young people and believe you can motivate young people, we encourage you to apply. We have previously placed people from Youth Work backgrounds, sports coaches and psychology graduates as they have all gained experience in working with young people in formal settings and have transferable skills to the role of learning support assistant.

Key Requirements:

  • Confident working with young people
  • An understanding of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties
  • Ability to inspire and motivate students
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passion for creating a positive and enriching learning environment
  • Have the right to work in the UK
  • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education


Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

Apply Now:
For more details about this fulfilling role and the school, please do not hesitate to contact consultant Orien Salehi Mojdeh at 0161 537 6500 or orien.mojdeh@gsleducation.com Alternatively, you can submit your up-to-date CV through the application link.