Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £23,312.61 – £25,534.56 per annum
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs to achieve their full potential?
Do you have the confidence to support learning, deliver interventions and provide class cover when required?
Are you looking for a rewarding permanent opportunity within a supportive Further Education environment?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established Further Education college in Northampton, who are looking to appoint a Higher Level Learning Support Assistant on a permanent basis. The college is committed to providing an inclusive, supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop academically, socially and personally while receiving the tailored support they need to succeed.
The college is seeking a Higher Level Learning Support Assistant to work full-time, 37 hours per week, from September 2026. The successful Higher Level Learning Support Assistant will support students with Special Educational Needs, helping them access the curriculum, delivering targeted interventions, assisting with EHCPs and pastoral support, preparing learning resources and providing class cover for teaching staff when required.
The successful Higher Level Learning Support Assistant will have:
Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs within an education setting
Experience delivering learning interventions and supporting student progress
Knowledge of EHCPs and inclusive learning practices
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a wider support team
A proactive, adaptable and positive approach to supporting learners
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
A competitive salary of £23,312 – £25,534 per annum
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for career progression within the organisation
Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and staff benefits
If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
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About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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Salary description
£23312.00 - £25534.00 per year