Learning Support Assistant

Description

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups, helping them manage behaviors and develop life skills.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider team to deliver creative, engaging lessons tailored to students' strengths.
• Support a Range of Behaviors: Help students manage emotional, social, or sensory challenges, providing guidance, reassurance, and practical strategies to help them thrive.
• Provide consistent, compassionate support during challenging moments, helping students feel safe and understood.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre)
• Patient, resilient, and able to stay calm in challenging situations.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost)
• No Experience Needed: Whether you're new to SEN or have experience with children with learning disabilities, we'll provide full training and support. Bring your compassion, patience, and willingness to face challenges.
• A Career With Purpose: This is an opportunity to grow your skills and build a long-term career supporting young people who need it most.
• MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff
• You will need to provide personal care
• Every Day Is Different: From cooking, music, and sensory play to community activities, your days will be dynamic, hands-on, and full of opportunities to make a difference.
• Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents
• 5.6 weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays
• Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.
• MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
• Students can present with behaviour that is challenging - we'll give you specialist training to help our students manage their behaviour
• MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme
• A team player who thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment.
• MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more
• Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance