Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Alternative Provision - Hackney Full Time | Term Time Only | Immediate Starts Available Up to £120 per day | Long Term Roles (Temp to Perm) Long Term Futures are recruiting a number of dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistants to join an alternative provision in Hackney, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience or interest in working with students who require additional support with behaviour, SEMH and SEN needs, within a more specialised and structured educational setting. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with additional needs Support pupils with SEMH, behaviour and engagement Assist students in accessing the curriculum in a supportive environment Implement behaviour management and de-escalation strategies Work closely with teaching staff, SEN teams and pastoral leads Promote positive behaviour, routines and inclusion Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience supporting students with behavioural, SEMH or SEN needs Confidence working in an alternative provision or secondary setting A calm, consistent and resilient approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice Background in youth work, mentoring or education (desirable) Location & Transport - Hackney, East London Accessible via Hackney Central and Hackney Downs (Overground) Close to Bethnal Green (Central Line) Good links via London Fields and Homerton Bus routes: 26, 30, 38, 48, 55, 106, 242, 253, 276 Excellent connections into Central and East London Why Work with Long Term Futures Weekly pay - up to £120 per day Multiple long-term temp-to-perm opportunities Free CPD including behaviour management, SEMH support and safeguarding No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only Progression opportunities into Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral or SEN roles Dedicated consultant support from alternative provision specialists If you're passionate about supporting young people in an alternative provision setting in Hackney, apply today with Long Term Futures. Learning Support Assistant, Alternative Provision, SEMH, Behaviour Support, SEN, Hackney Browse more opportunities at (url removed) 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