Health & Social Care Graduate – Learning Support Assistant

Location:  Leeds
Pay: £92.56 – £95 per day
Sector: SEND
Job Type: Full-time | Long-term Temporary

Are you a Health & Social Care Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs?

Engage Education is working with a specialist SEN school in Leeds that is looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for Health & Social Care Graduates who are considering a future career in social work, healthcare, counselling, youth support or education.

You will work alongside experienced teaching and support staff, helping pupils with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your understanding of care, communication, wellbeing and individual support will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop greater confidence and independence.

This role offers valuable practical experience in a specialist educational setting, allowing you to put your degree knowledge into practice while developing transferable skills for your future career.

What will you be doing?

• Providing Individual Support: Work on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support pupils with their learning, development and daily activities.

• Promoting Emotional Wellbeing: Help pupils manage their emotions, build resilience and develop positive coping strategies.

• Building Positive Relationships: Establish trusting relationships with pupils, offering patience, encouragement and consistent support.

• Supporting Behaviour and Engagement: Help implement individual support strategies, maintain clear boundaries and encourage positive behaviour.

• Developing Life Skills: Encourage pupils to build independence, communication skills and confidence in their everyday interactions.

• Creating an Inclusive Environment: Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure every pupil feels safe, valued and supported.

• Encouraging Learning: Support pupils to engage with classroom activities and access learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

What are we looking for?

• A degree in Health & Social Care or a related subject.

• An interest in supporting children and young people with SEND.

• A passion for promoting wellbeing, development and inclusion.

• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.

• The confidence to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A genuine desire to help young people reach their full potential.

Previous experience in care, healthcare, youth work, support work or education would be beneficial, although graduates with a strong willingness to learn and develop are encouraged to apply.

Why work with Engage Education?

At Engage Education, we are committed to supporting our staff and helping them develop rewarding careers in education.

• Competitive pay in line with national scales, with AWR compliance.

• Free CPD sessions and professional development opportunities.

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

• A £50 Amazon voucher when you successfully refer a friend, subject to eligibility.

• Wellbeing support, travel discounts and retail offers through our partners.

How to apply

If you are a Health & Social Care Graduate ready to put your knowledge into practice and make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives, apply today or contact Engage Education for more information.

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and a valid enhanced DBS check before starting work. Full assistance with the DBS process will be provided where required.

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