Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Specialist SEND Provision (Birmingham)

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a dedicated specialist School in the South Birmingham area. This role offers the opportunity to support children and young people with SEND, SEMH, and a variety of additional needs. You will be working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting pupils with special educational needs, either in schools or alternative provisions. Whether you are an experienced LSA or looking to build your career in education, this setting will provide structured support and ongoing professional development.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND and/or SEMH
• Assist the class teacher with planning and adapting learning activities
• Support the development of pupils’ communication, social, and emotional skills
• Promote a calm and supportive classroom environment
• Help implement strategies in line with pupils’ EHCPs
• Support positive behaviour management

Why join us?

• Supportive, well-resourced school environments
• Personalised guidance throughout the recruitment process
• Opportunities across SEND schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions
• CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour strategies
• Consistent, one-to-one support from a specialist SEND consultant
• ‘Recommend a friend’ referral scheme
• First for Education is committed to finding the right fit for both staff and schools – we listen, we understand, and we care.
• Competitive pay rates starting from £85/daily

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has relevant experience supporting children or young people with SEND (school-based or similar)
• Demonstrates empathy, resilience, and a child-centred approach
• Is confident working with pupils with autism, SEND or SEMH needs
• Can remain calm under pressure and support behaviour in a positive, restorative way
• Is reliable, adaptable, and works well within a team

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Registration requires an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and the provision of satisfactory professional references.

We take pride in offering a high-quality, personalised service. As part of our network, you will have access to a variety of roles across schools and specialist settings, with competitive rates of pay and flexible working arrangements tailored to your availability.