Learning Support Assistant
Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire & South Yorkshire Flexible daytime opportunities | Hourly paid roles Rates dependent on experience About the Opportunities We work in partnership with independent specialist further education providers supporting young people with learning disabilities and difficulties across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire. These providers deliver highly personalised programmes across educational and lifelong learning pathways, tailored to each learner's individual needs, aspirations, and outcomes. We are currently building a pool of experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to support upcoming and ongoing opportunities across these settings. This is ideal for LSAs looking for temporary or permanent work, varied environments, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in specialist education. The Role Learning Support Assistants support learners on a 1:1 and group basis, helping them make progress in line with individual support plans, learner targets, and planned outcomes. You will work closely with Tutors and wider support teams to motivate and engage learners in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment, both within college settings and, where required, in external work environments. Key Responsibilities May Include Providing 1:1 and small group support across educational and lifelong learning pathways Working collaboratively with Tutors to deliver high-quality learning experiences Recording and contributing to the evaluation of learner progress and achievement Supporting learners in external work placements to promote independence and employability Supporting learners with challenging behaviour and implementing positive behaviour strategies Assisting Tutors with the preparation of learning resources and session materials Supporting learners during breaktimes and encouraging participation in enrichment activities Ensuring safe and efficient arrival and departure to/from college, maintaining learner health and wellbeing Delivering personal care where required, while promoting independence at all times Acting as a positive role model and maintaining professional standards Working across different sites, sometimes at short notice Participating in training, observations, briefings, and quality improvement activities Essential Experience & Requirements Previous Learning Support Assistant experience SEN / SEND experience is essential Full UK driving licence Willingness to use own vehicle Basic computer and record‑keeping skills A flexible, reliable, and learner‑centred approach Desirable (or Willingness to Work Towards) Learning Support qualification Level 2 English and Maths Team Teach training Relevant, recent SEN or behaviour‑related training Why Join Our Talent Pool? Access to flexible assignments across multiple specialist SEND providers Opportunities to work within independent specialist education settings Ongoing training and development opportunities A chance to build experience across a variety of learner needs and pathways Support throughout placement and beyond About Protocol Protocol are the specialist full-service recruiter dedicated to education, training and skills. People are at the heart of everything we do. We place people first. We're more than a recruitment agency - we pride ourselves on our ongoing support and aftercare delivered by our expert team. Whatever your career goals, we've got the right role for you. With a wide range of temporary and permanent positions available, from lecturing and training jobs. The legal bit... Protocol National ltd trading as Protocol is acting as an employment business for this position. If you are successful, Protocol is required to see evidence of your Right to Work in the UK; in addition to you applying for an enhanced DBS Certificate should you not already hold a suitable certificate registered on the DBS Update Service. The position is subject to agreement to Terms and Conditions and suitable application and reference process. As a result of the volume of applications we are currently receiving we regret that we may be unable to respond with individual feedback. If we have not contacted you within two weeks of your application being received then regretfully your application will not be taken forward on this occasion.
