At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support to students, helping them thrive in their education.
- Company: Aspire People, a trusted education agency with strong school partnerships.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, holiday pay, and a £100 joining bonus after qualifying days.
- Other info: Flexible part-time role with potential for long-term opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a young person's life while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, excellent communication skills, and a caring approach.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Part-Time | 3 Days Per Week | September - Christmas 2026
Aspire People are recruiting on behalf of one of our valued partnership academy schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to a young person's education by providing 1:1 support within a welcoming and inclusive secondary school environment. The role is three days per week and is expected to run from September until the Christmas break 2026, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate.
The Role
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student, helping them access learning across the curriculum.
- Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
- Support the student's academic progress, confidence and independence.
- Work closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to deliver personalised support.
- Encourage engagement and positive behaviour both in and out of the classroom.
- Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of the student.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.
- A calm, patient and caring approach.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to motivate and support students to achieve their potential.
- Experience supporting children with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
Why Choose Aspire People?
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Dedicated support from Emily Kramer, Staffordshire Secondary Consultant.
- Access to exclusive vacancies within our partnership schools.
- A straightforward registration process.
- Weekly pay.
- Holiday pay.
- Ongoing support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles across Staffordshire.
- £100 joining bonus after completing your qualifying number of days.
- Earn up to £250 through our Refer a Friend scheme.
If you're passionate about supporting young people and would like to make a genuine difference in a student's education, we'd love to hear from you.
Learning Support Assistant in Newcastle under Lyme employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development for educators. Located in the vibrant community of Welwyn, our school provides a unique opportunity to inspire students in Business Studies and Economics while enjoying competitive salaries and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.
