SEND Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Specialist FE College

Location: Hartlepool
Position: Learning Support Assistant
Hours: Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Temporary / Supply

Are you a passionate and experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist Further Education setting?

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist FE college in Hartlepool , supporting young people with a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities. The college provides personalised learning pathways designed to help learners develop their confidence, independence, employability skills and prepare for positive destinations beyond education.

We are looking for enthusiastic, patient and resilient LSAs who are passionate about helping young people reach their potential and develop the skills they need for a meaningful and independent future.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside teaching staff and other professionals to provide personalised support that enables learners to engage with their education and develop greater independence.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to learners with additional needs.
• Supporting learners with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities .
• Assisting learners to access their personalised curriculum and learning activities.
• Supporting the development of independence, confidence, resilience and life skills .
• Encouraging learners to develop their communication and social skills.
• Supporting learners within classroom, vocational and real-world learning environments.
• Assisting learners with preparation for employment, further education and adult life .
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping learners manage challenges appropriately.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with learners.
• Working closely with teaching staff, families and other professionals.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every learner feels valued.

About You

The successful candidate will be compassionate, motivated and committed to helping young people achieve their aspirations .

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience supporting young people or adults with additional needs .
• Experience within an SEN, SEND, specialist education, FE, care or support setting .
• A patient and person-centred approach.
• The resilience to work confidently with learners who may present with challenging behaviour or complex needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to adapt your approach to meet individual learner needs.
• A genuine desire to promote independence and help learners achieve their goals.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude.

Why Work With Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking specialist FE environment where staff are committed to helping every learner develop the skills, confidence and independence needed for their future.

Through our supply agency, we can offer both full-time and part-time opportunities , providing flexibility alongside the opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education.

You will benefit from:

• Full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your availability.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities for longer-term placements and ongoing work.
• Experience within a specialist FE setting.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your SEN experience and professional skills.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives and future outcomes.

Make a Difference to a Learner's Future

If you are passionate about supporting young people, believe in the potential of every individual and want to help learners develop the confidence and skills to lead fulfilling, independent and meaningful lives , we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss the role and the opportunities available.