Learning Support Assistant Trainee

Learning Support Assistant Trainee – Paid School Experience

Wirral, Merseyside
£14.24 - £16.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
September 2026 Start

Turn your people skills into a rewarding career

Are you looking for a fresh challenge where you can genuinely make a difference every day?

Vision for Education is seeking compassionate, enthusiastic individuals to join our Learning Support Assistant Training Programme. Whether you've worked in care, customer service, hospitality, the NHS, childcare, coaching or another people-focused role, you may already have the transferable skills needed to succeed in a school environment.

No previous classroom experience is required. We'll provide industry-leading training, ongoing support and paid placements in local schools to help you build a successful career in education.

What you'll be doing

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers to support pupils throughout the school day. From helping children stay engaged in lessons to providing encouragement and promoting positive behaviour, you'll become an important part of the school community.

Every placement offers something different, giving you the opportunity to gain experience across a range of age groups and educational settings while developing valuable new skills.

Where you could work

Primary Schools (EYFS, KS1 and KS2)

Secondary Schools

SEND Schools

Alternative Provision Settings

We'd love to hear from you if you

Enjoy working with and supporting others.

Have experience in care, support work, retail, hospitality, healthcare, sports coaching, childcare or similar.

Are patient, positive and reliable.

Can communicate confidently with children and adults.

Are looking for a long-term career with opportunities to progress.

What you'll receive

Fully funded training before entering the classroom.

Paid placements in local schools across the Wirral.

Weekly PAYE pay with competitive hourly rates.

Free CPD and safeguarding training.

Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your journey.

Flexible full-time and part-time work.

Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school positions.

Requirements

A willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The flexibility to travel to schools across the Wirral.

Why Vision for Education?

We believe the best education professionals come from a variety of backgrounds. If you're motivated, caring and ready to learn, we'll help you gain the confidence, experience and qualifications needed to build a successful career supporting children and young people.

Apply today

If you're ready to take the next step into education, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today or contact our Liverpool team on (phone number removed) to find out more.

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