Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Wakefield
Salary: £460 - £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately

Are you enthusiastic about helping students succeed academically and socially? A fantastic opportunity is available for a Learning Support Assistant to join a friendly school in Wakefield.

The school encourages every student to reach their potential through structured learning and personalised support. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging environment that promotes confidence, motivation, and resilience.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and group support, helping students engage with lessons, complete tasks, and develop essential skills.

• Support students with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Provide targeted support for students requiring additional help.
• Assist with monitoring behaviour and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement individual learning strategies.
• Promote independence, confidence, and engagement among students.

• Previous experience supporting students in a classroom setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and empathy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.
• Commitment to student development and achievement.

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

To apply for the position of Learning Support Assistant, please submit your CV now! For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at GSL Education as soon as possible. Please apply via the application link.