Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Daventry Location: Daventry Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time | Permanent Pay: Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and personally? We are working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Daventry that is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join its team from September 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of students while building a long-term career within a supportive educational environment. This role is ideal for someone who is caring, patient, and committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. Whether you have previous experience working in schools or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, this position offers excellent hands-on experience, ongoing professional development, and long-term career prospects. The Role Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs Supporting students with autism, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, and other special educational needs (SEN) Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, classroom organisation, and differentiated learning activities Encouraging student confidence, independence, and engagement in the classroom Promoting positive behaviour and supporting students' emotional wellbeing throughout the school day Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all pupils The Ideal Candidate Has a genuine passion for supporting young people, particularly those with SEN Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a calm, positive approach Builds strong relationships with students, staff, and parents through excellent communication skills Is reliable, flexible, and enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team Experience in education, SEN, care, youth work, or a similar setting is desirable but not essential Is enthusiastic about learning new skills and developing a long-term career within education What's on Offer A full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026 The opportunity to join a supportive and well-resourced secondary school in Daventry Competitive salary, dependent on experience Free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses, including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, and Mental Health in Schools Ongoing support from a dedicated team of experienced education consultants Excellent career progression opportunities into teaching, SEN specialisms, pastoral support, and other education-based careers If you're looking to secure a rewarding permanent role this September and make a meaningful impact within a supportive secondary school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Daventry starting in September 2026