Learning Support Assistant

Staffline Group PLC Belfast, Northern Ireland Jun 19, 2026

Type Temporary
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Level Junior

Learning Support Assistant focuses on provide 1:1 and group-based support to young people with additional needs.

What the role involves

  • Provide 1:1 and group-based support to young people with additional needs.
  • Assisting tutors by ensuring participants can fully engage in learning.
  • Supporting individuals to build confidence, independence, and motivation.
  • Maintaining accurate records, reports, and progress tracking.
  • Work closely with programme teams to monitor progress and outcomes.
  • Experience working with young people or individuals with additional needs.

Skills and requirements

  • NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) including Maths & English.
  • Experience supporting individuals to achieve goals/progression.
  • This role is offered on a temporary agency basis via Staffline Recruitment Ireland.
  • Candidates must be willing to travel to various locations.

Confirmed role details

  • Various locations across Northern Ireland - Belfast & Carrickfergus.
  • Staffline Recruitment Ireland are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants on behalf of our client, to support young people across a range of training and employability pro.
  • Provide additional learning and disability support to young people (aged 16-22) participating in training programmes such as Training for Success and Apprenticeships NI.

Candidate fit

  • patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners
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