Learning Support Assistant


Company:	TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:	£147 to £160 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	TD15
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	25 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £147-£160 per day

Do you have experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs?

Are you confident providing effective 1:1 and small group support?

Are you a patient and resilient Learning Support Assistant who can help pupils engage positively with their education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a secondary school in Berwick-upon-Tweed that supports pupils with a range of needs, including SEMH. The school is looking for a committed Learning Support Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils and provide consistent support throughout the school day.

The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a long-term basis, starting ASAP. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils with SEMH needs on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and access the support they need within the secondary school environment.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils

• Confidence providing 1:1 and small group support

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A patient, resilient and positive approach

• The ability to work effectively as part of a school team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: zahrah.azam@teacheractive.com

CONTACT NUMBER: 01915807888

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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