Learning Support Assistant (full-time, temporary)
Salford
£(Apply online only) per week PAYE (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: September 2026
The School & the Role
This specialist SEN school in Salford supports children with Autism (ASC) and Moderate Learning Difficulties, creating a calm, structured environment where every pupil is known, supported, and valued.
We’re recruiting a Learning Support Assistant who is genuinely committed to special education. You’ll work with a small class, delivering tailored 1:1 and group support, helping pupils develop communication, independence, and confidence in learning in this term-time only role.
You’ll join a warm, experienced SEN team, benefit from excellent facilities, and gain meaningful experience in a school that prioritises staff support and pupil progress.
Requirements (Please Apply Only If You Meet the Below)
This role is well suited to candidates who:
Have previous experience supporting children or young people or vulnerable adults
Have a strong understanding of Autism and learning difficulties, including behaviour regulation and sensory needs.
Are patient, resilient, and adaptable, and confident working in a specialist school setting.
Hold the right to work in the UK and can provide two references, including one recent reference from education or care.
What we offer
As a Learning Support Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from:
Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you are a Learning Support Assistant based near Salford who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners then we want to hear from you.
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Salary description
£463.00 - £500.00 per week