Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Leaning Support Assistant

Location:andnbsp;Chesham
Start Date:andnbsp;September 2025
Contract Type:andnbsp;Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Chesham, specialising in behaviour support. This full-time position is ideal for someone passionate about helping students overcome learning barriers and flourish within a structured, supportive environment.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to assist students in managing their behaviour, building emotional resilience, and maintaining engagement in the classroom.

About the Role:

• Offer both in-class and out-of-class support to students exhibiting challenging behaviour
• Support the development and delivery of strategies that encourage positive behaviour and active engagement
• Work with individual students or small groups to promote focus, build confidence, and enhance participation
• Collaborate with school staff to implement and regularly review behaviour support plans
• Foster positive, trusting relationships with students to aid their emotional and social development
• Maintain clear and accurate records of behaviour incidents and student progress

The ideal candidate will:

• Prior experience working with young people in a school or youth-focused environment is highly valued
• A calm, patient, and confident manner when managing challenging behaviours or situations
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team with teaching and support staff
• Enthusiastic about supporting both the personal growth and academic progress of students
• Relevant qualifications in education or youth work are advantageous but not mandatory

Why Work with Supply Desk£

Supply Desk is a leading UK education recruitment agency connecting passionate educators with roles across all subjects and key stagesandmdash;from short-term to permanent.

• Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements
• Teaching strategies based on the latest research
• A results-focused team committed to raising standards
• Wide range of professional development opportunities
• Refer a friend and earn rewards

How to Apply:

If youandrsquo;re eager to inspire the next generation and join a forward-thinking, supportive school community, please send your CV highlighting your experience, skills, and why youandrsquo;re the perfect fit for this role.

For further details, contact Jessica on 01494 840 527 / 07435 552 169 or email Jessica.ellis@supplydesk.co.uk

Safeguarding Notice:

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.