Learning support Assistant - LSA

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive secondary school in the Milton Keynes area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young people and helping students overcome barriers to their learning. You will work closely with teaching and support staff to ensure students receive the encouragement, guidance and additional support they need to make positive progress.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students both inside and outside of the classroom, helping them engage with their education and develop their confidence and independence.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing one-to-one and small-group support

Supporting students within lessons across a range of subjects

Helping pupils understand and complete learning activities

Supporting students with additional learning needs

Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence

Helping students overcome barriers to learning

Building positive and professional relationships with young people

Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines

Assisting with targeted interventions

Working alongside teachers, SEND and pastoral teams

Monitoring student engagement and providing feedback to teaching staff

Helping create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Who Are We Looking For?

Previous experience within a school would be beneficial, but it is not essential if you have relevant transferable experience working with children, young people or individuals who require additional support.

We would welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

Teaching assistance

SEN/SEND support

Youth work

Care or support work

Mentoring

Sports coaching

Residential childcare

Behaviour support

Children's services

Psychology or education

Graduates looking to gain experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, counselling or another education-related career are also encouraged to apply.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

Passionate about supporting young people

Patient, approachable and understanding

Confident building positive relationships with students

A strong communicator

Reliable and consistent

Able to remain calm in challenging situations

Adaptable to different students and learning needs

Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team

Committed to helping students achieve their potential

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Access to free CPD and professional development

Free access to The National College after your first day worked

Long-term and potential permanent opportunities

Opportunities to develop valuable secondary school experience

Ongoing career support and guidance

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within education, SEND, pastoral support or youth work while making a positive difference to young people's education.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

To apply, please send your CV to