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Higher Level Support Assistant
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 90 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Darlington
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Job Title: Higher Level Learning Support Assistant
Location: Darlington
Salary: 90 - 100 per day
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: 2nd September 2025
Application Deadline: 21st August
This school are passionate about providing the very best education possible for young people in our city, our region and nationally and their strong and committed team share their vision of ensuring all their students not only reach their potential but that they are confident, happy and resilient students who treat each other with compassion and respect.
About the Role
As an Advanced Learning Support Assistant (ALSA), you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists to implement support strategies tailored to individual learners. You will provide targeted academic, emotional, and behavioural support, helping to raise achievement and promote positive outcomes across all key stages.
This is a rewarding and dynamic role for someone who is proactive, skilled in inclusive practice, and committed to improving life chances for young people.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of SEND, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
Deliver targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills.
Assist in planning and adapting classroom activities to ensure accessibility and engagement for all learners.
Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress and behaviour, feeding back to staff and parents/carers as appropriate.
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support services to implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
Support transitions, both within school and between educational settings.
Contribute to the development of inclusive teaching resources and strategies.
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with children or young people with additional learning needs, preferably in a school or educational setting.
A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above (e.g. Supporting Teaching and Learning, Child Development, or equivalent).
Strong communication, interpersonal and behaviour management skills.
Empathy, patience, and a positive, solution-focused approach.
A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
What you'll need to be considered
Enhanced Child workforce DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one
Level 3 teaching/support qualification or higher
You will have previous experience working with children and/or young people, preferably within an education setting, or those with a minimum of a level 2 qualification (grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics).
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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