Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
SEMH School
Blaby (LE8)
£100 – £120 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8.40am – 15.40pm
Duration: Long-Term to Permanent
Start Date: 1^st September 2026

The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school from September 2026. Part of a well-established Multi-Academy Trust, the school supports pupils aged 4–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school provides a highly inclusive, therapeutic, and nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and achieve their full potential. This an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career within specialist education while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across the primary and secondary curriculum.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, communication skills, confidence, and positive relationships both inside and outside the classroom.
• Support pupils to access learning through personalised strategies that meet their academic, social, and emotional needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional regulation, resilience, positive behaviour, and engagement in learning.
• Assist pupils in developing confidence, resilience, independence, and essential life skills both inside and outside the classroom
• Monitor pupil progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff to help adapt support strategies and intervention plans

Who We’re Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification minimum and essential
• Experience working with SEN students, in either a primary or secondary setting
• A patient, flexible, and nurturing approach to supporting young people
• Strong communication skills to work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and students
• As a learning support assistant, you must have a clear commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Someone who can commit to full time hours, Monday to Friday, 8.40am – 15.40pm with the opportunity to progress into a permanent role.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Competitive pay £100 – £120 per day
• Long-term roles with opportunities for permanent placement
• A wide range of opportunities across Leicestershire and surrounding areas
• One-to-one support from your dedicated recruitment consultant
• Free on-site parking
• Free access to CPD and training courses

Informal MS Teams meetings are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.