Job Title: Secondary Learning Support Assistant
Location: Middleton
Contract Type: Long-Term (Starting January 2026)
Salary: £90–£115 per day (dependent on experience)
Job Description:
We are seeking committed and skilled Secondary Learning Support Assistants for A long-term role beginning in January 2026. You will be joining a dynamic and inclusive secondary environment where the focus is on achieving the very best for every young person. Working across Years 7–11, you will help students make strong academic and personal progress while building positive and supportive relationships.
Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome candidates from a range of professional backgrounds, including:
• Youth Support Workers – skilled in mentoring and guiding young people
• Community and Outreach Workers – experienced in engagement and communication
• Sports Coaches or applicants with a sports background – highly desirable for supporting behaviour, resilience and wellbeing
• Behaviour Mentors, Residential Support Workers, and experienced TAs
If you have experience supporting young people in any capacity, we’d love to hear from you.
Your Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one and small-group SEN support
• Assist with behaviour management and implement consistent strategies
• Support the delivery of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Act as a mentor to pupils requiring additional academic or pastoral support
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams and external professionals
• Encourage student progress, engagement and resilience
What Cover People UK Can Offer You:
• Competitive daily rates: £90–£115 (dependent on experience)
• Long-term placement starting January 2026
• A dedicated Consultant supporting you throughout the role
• Access to CPD including Safeguarding
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £100 per referral
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting young people and ready for a long-term role starting January 2026, please get in touch.
Cover People UK is acting as an employment business. All applicants will be required to complete the full registration process, including an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding clearance.