# Learning Support assistant

> Newstaff Employment Services · Luton, United Kingdom · Temporary · Posted 2026-08-19

**Salary:** GBP 22,000–28,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Education

## Description

**Learning Support Workers Wanted - SEND provisions**

**Flexible Supply (with potential long-term & permanent opportunities)**

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

We are looking for experienced **Learning Support Workers / Student Support Workers** to support pupils across **PRUs and Alternative Education settings, school SEN departments to** provide1:1 and small group support for students with **SEMH needs, EHCPs and behavioural challenges**.

[](mailto:kay.vincelli@newstaffemployment.co.uk)

## Requirements

**We’re looking for candidates with:**

-   Experience in PRUs, SEN, alternative provision, youth work or similar settings
-   A calm, resilient approach and the ability to build positive relationships
-   Confidence supporting young people with emotional needs and challenging behaviour
-   Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
-   Passionate, caring and enthusiastic in the work

## Benefits

**What we offer:**

-   Flexible supply work across specialist education settings
-   Competitive pay rates
-   Long-term placements and permanent opportunities
-   Dedicated support from your education consultant
-   £14 – £18 per hour

## Apply

[Apply at Newstaff Employment Services](https://apply.workable.com/newstaff/j/F2C00C0EAC/apply)

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