About the Role:

Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a motivated and caring Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in the Maghull area starting September 2025. This will be a full time role and you will play a vital role in supporting students, especially those with additional needs and help them thrive in the classroom environment. You will be somebody who has patience and provides encouragement.

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Maghull, L31

Start Date: September 2025

Contract Type: Full time- 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay: Paid to scale

Responsibilities

Supporting learning: Provide clear instructions to students so they understand and help them to stay motivated and engaged with lessons- either one-on-one or in small groups.
Encouraging communication: Assisting children in expressing themselves, whether through speech, writing, or alternative communication methods when required.
Promoting independence: Encouraging students to develop self-help skills and confidence in their abilities.
Behaviour support: To have good behaviour management and provide emotional support when needed to students.
Preparing materials: Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and management of the classroom.
Supporting inclusion: Helping students with special educational needs (SEN) access the curriculum and participate fully in school life and adapt the learning material to their individual needs.Requirements:

Previous experience working with children in a school environment.
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.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.

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