Behavioural Mentor & Learning Support Assistant - Hinckley LE10
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Pay: from £92.62 - £100 per day (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)
Job Description:
Justteachers is currently recruiting a dedicated Behavioural Mentor & Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a forward-thinking Special Needs Secondary School in Hinckley, starting September 2026 or ASAP. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting students with a range of special educational and emotional needs (SEN), including dyslexia, ADHD, and ASD. You will work closely with teaching staff across departments to foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide in-class support as well as targeted 1:1 and small group withdrawal sessions.
- Differentiate tasks, clarify instructions, and scaffold pupil understanding to promote independent learning.
- Support students with study skills, organisation, and emotional well-being both inside and outside the classroom.
- Contribute to SEN reviews, EHCP targets, and liaise effectively with families and external professionals.
- Help develop inclusive strategies and resources across the curriculum to support diverse learning needs.
- Foster positive relationships with pupils and encourage confidence and engagement.
Pre-requisites:
- Previous experience supporting students with SEN/SEMH in a secondary school setting.
- A professional, empathetic, and approachable manner with a flexible, can-do attitude.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with both students and staff.
- A genuine passion for making education accessible and enjoyable for all pupils.
- A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Benefits of working for justteachers:
- Competitive pay rates
- Weekly PAYE Pay – no umbrella deductions
- Dedicated specialist consultants
- Access to our CPD hub – training including Safeguarding, Cyber Security, Autism Awareness, De-Escalation and many others
- Access to exclusive roles in Primary, Secondary and SEND Schools across Northamptonshire
- Tailored in house training
- Referral Scheme
Safeguarding:
All applicants must hold (or apply for) an enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service and show commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm
Pay: £92.62-£100.00 per day
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Experience:
- SEN/SEMH: 1 year (required)
- Behaviour management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
