Job description
1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do You Have a Passion for Supporting Individual Student Success?
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? If so, GSL Education are looking for a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to provide personalised support to a student in a welcoming school in Sheffield.
As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will work closely with a student who requires additional support, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and develop independence in the classroom.
1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored one-on-one support to a student with specific learning needs.
- Assist in lesson participation and engagement, adapting resources when necessary.
- Encourage social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Implement individual learning plans (ILPs) in collaboration with teachers and SENCOs.
- Offer behavioural and emotional support to promote well-being.
- Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, SEN TA, or similar role.
- A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach to student support.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to individual student needs.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, Teaching Assistant certification) – desirable but not essential.
- Have an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school inSheffield!
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 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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA)’ in a secondary school role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.