Monarch Education
Learning Support Assistant
Learning Support Assistant at Monarch Education, based in Derby, East Midlands. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Derby, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
Reference 637619383478332310
About the role
Job Description
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Learning Support Assistant - Alternative Provision (KS3/KS4)\n
Monarch Education are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within an Alternative Provision setting, supporting learners across KS3 and KS4.
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This rewarding role involves working closely with students who may face barriers to learning, including anxiety, mental health needs, SEMH, ADHD, Autism, and learning difficulties. You will provide classroom and one-to-one support, helping learners engage with both academic and vocational subjects while promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:\n
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- Supporting students with Maths, English, and vocational subjects \n
- Providing 1:1 and small group interventions \n
- Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour positively \n
- Supporting learners with anxiety, mental health needs, and additional learning needs \n
- Encouraging engagement, attendance, and participation in learning \n
- Building positive relationships and acting as a consistent role model \n
- Working collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams \n
- Supporting students to achieve their individual learning and behavioural targets \n
The Ideal Candidate:\n
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- Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, or similar settings \n
- Confident managing behaviour and building strong relationships with learners \n
- Understanding of SEMH, SEND, and alternative provision environments \n
- Resilient, proactive, and adaptable approach \n
- Passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to education \n
Why Join Monarch Education?\n
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- Flexible work to suit your lifestyle \n
- Leading provider, Government Commercial Agency (GCA) \n
- Free CPD and safeguarding training \n
- Refer a Friend Scheme \n
- Dedicated consultant support \n
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All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.
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Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Reference: 637619383478332310 · Posted 32 minutes ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Monarch Education
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