Learning Support Assistant

About the Role: Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in an excellent secondary school in the Ormskirk area starting in September 2026. Learning Support Assistant Location: Ormskirk, L39 Start Date : September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Pay: Paid to scale Responsibilities • Supporting Students: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs, helping them engage and succeed in their studies. • Classroom Assistance: Assist the class teacher in managing the classroom, preparing materials, and implementing lesson plans. • Behavioural Support: Help manage and improve student behaviour, ensuring a positive and conducive learning environment. • Encouraging Inclusion: Ensuring students feel valued and supported in the classroom. • Monitoring Progress: Helping students achieve their learning goals. Requirements: • Previous experience working with children. • Experience supporting individuals with additional needs. • Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable, but not essential as training will be provided). • Right to Work in the UK. • Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or willingness to apply for a new one. • Ability to provide a minimum of two professional references covering 24 months/to cover the last 2 years Why Join Prospero Teaching? • Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment. • Support from a dedicated and experienced team. How to Apply: If you are a passionate Learning Support Assistant ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to this advert.