Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant
Location: Nottingham (NG5)
Primary School Setting
Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, long term to permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a welcoming Primary School in Nottingham (NG5). This role will involve working closely on a 1:1 basis with a pupil, supporting their learning, behaviour, and engagement throughout the school day. You will work alongside the class teacher, helping to deliver lessons and support pupils across the KS1 and KS2 curriculum, including core subjects such as English, Maths, and Phonics, as well as foundation subjects. The school has a strong focus on supporting pupils with SEN, so you will play a key role in adapting learning and providing additional support to ensure all children can access the curriculum.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing 1:1 support to a pupil, helping them access learning and stay engaged
• This is a varied role that also includes supporting during lunchtimes and after-school clubs, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being fully involved in school life.
• Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery across the KS1 and KS2 curriculum
• As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be adapting activities to meet the needs of pupils with SEN
• Helping to develop pupils' confidence, independence, and social skills
• Supporting behaviour and encouraging positive routines
• Supporting and helping run after-school clubs and activities
• Working collaboratively with staff to support pupil progress and wellbeing

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in a Primary or SEN setting as an LSA.
• A calm, patient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

About You

• Fully compliant, including a DBS on the update system and two professional references
• Experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or within a classroom
• Strong behaviour management and emotional resilience
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and reliable
• Passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team

Why Long Term Futures

• Clear routes to progression within education
• Inclusive and supportive school environment
• Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Immediate interviews and trial days available

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today to discuss the role or arrange a trial day: