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Learning Support Assistant
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 25 - 30 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Learning Support Assistant
Not the usual learning support assistant position. This company is looking for someone to join them in a unique, purpose-driven role as an interest led learning facilitator, supporting a sensitive and empathetic young person in their family home. This is a part-time, long-term opportunity, designed for those who are passionate about partnership, empowerment, and nurturing authentic relationships.
Your Mission:
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Build a foundation of relational safety and trust with the young person and the family, always honouring their autonomy, privacy, and boundaries.
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Facilitate interest-led, play-based experiences—such as Lego, gaming, animal-related activities, baking, and sensory exploration—guided entirely by the young person’s passions and capacity.
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Respond flexibly and compassionately to the young person’s changing needs, always prioritising well-being, agency, and self-determination over external expectations.
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Communicate holistically, listening deeply to all forms of expression and ensuring the young person’s voice is central and respected at every step.
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Partner closely with the young person’s primary parent, recognising their expertise and role as the young person’s most trusted advocate, and fostering a collaborative, transparent relationship.
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Uphold the dignity and privacy of the entire household, with a steadfast commitment to respectful boundaries and trust-building.
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience (professional or lived) supporting neurodivergent young people with complex SEND, health needs and a history of trauma, always from a place of respect and understanding.
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A reflective, nurturing, and intrinsically motivated approach—valuing curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to continuous and always child-led learning.
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Strong advocacy skills, with a deep belief in human rights, equity, and social justice.
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Expertise in neuroaffirming and trauma-responsive practice, with a focus on empowerment and safety-building.
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Exceptional emotional intelligence, deep listening skills, and a calm, reassuring presence.
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A long-term, reliable commitment to partnership and relationship-building.
Why Join Them?
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Profound purpose: In this unique role you can make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life, supporting recovery and growth through authentic connection.
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High autonomy: Co-create a support model that is truly collaborative and led by the young person’s interests and needs.
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Collaborative respect: Become a valued partner in a close-knit family that prioritises mutual respect, open communication, and empowerment.
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Specialist training and CPD opportunities, working alongside a dedicated and skilled team.
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Competitive hourly rate: £25–£30 per hour (umbrella rate), reflecting the specialist nature of this interest-led learning facilitator position.
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Flexible working hours (10 hours per week initially), with the potential to increase over time.
Location:
Private family home in the South Manchester area, easily commuteable from Manchester centre and surrounding areas such as Withington, Rusholme and Fallowfield
To Apply:
If you are a nurturing, reflective practitioner who is passionate about empowering young people and building genuine partnerships with families, this company would love to hear from you so please click the link to applyBefore You Apply
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