Secondary School Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Job Title: Secondary School Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – 1:1 Classroom Support
Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Pay Rate: £85 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Axcis are working with several welcoming and inclusive secondary school in the Tameside area that is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 and small group support for students with additional needs including ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support to students with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom
- Support the class teacher with differentiated learning activities
- Work closely with the school SENCO and wider staff to implement individual learning and behaviour support plans
- Help to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent manner
- Encourage the development of social, emotional, and academic progress
- Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience working with SEN students in a school or alternative provision setting
- A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
- A genuine passion for supporting young people to reach their full potential
- Teamwork and good communication skills.

What we offer:
- Competitive daily pay of £85.00 – £100.00
- Long-term, consistent work with opportunities for professional development
- Supportive consultants who specialise in education and SEN placements
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people

Apply now, ready for September!

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Ben Smith on 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Ben Smith

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