Learning Support Assistant Training
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Course Overview
Schools across the UK rely heavily on learning support assistants to help children thrive, yet many people entering the role underestimate just how varied and demanding it can be. This learning support assistant training has been designed to reflect that reality, giving learners a genuine, well-rounded understanding of what the role involves in practice.
This learning support assistant training is ideal for anyone looking to work in a school setting, career changers considering education, or existing teaching assistants wanting to formalise their knowledge. The course covers the core responsibilities of a learning support assistant, working effectively with children, assessing student progress, and providing appropriately for all children, including those with additional needs.
A significant portion of the course is dedicated to special educational needs (SEN), reflecting how central SEN support is to the LSA role, alongside safeguarding, dealing with emergencies, and managing time and stress effectively within a busy school environment. Professional development is also covered, helping learners understand how to progress within the role over time.
Accredited by CPD QS and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS), the course is available in an updated, video-based format or a text-based version for those who prefer reading at their own pace, taking approximately four hours to complete. Whether you're pursuing SEN teaching assistant work specifically or a broader learning support assistant role, this course provides a solid, practical foundation across both areas.
Curriculum Breakdown
The course begins by outlining the core role of a learning support assistant, giving learners a clear understanding of their responsibilities before exploring what it means to work with children in a school environment day to day. From there, the curriculum covers how to assess students effectively, alongside the key skills every learning support assistant needs to succeed in the role.
Provision for all children is a central theme, with dedicated coverage of how to support diverse learning needs within a mainstream classroom setting. This leads naturally into safeguarding and wellbeing, reflecting UK statutory guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education, alongside practical guidance on dealing with emergencies as they arise in a school setting.
Special educational needs (SEN) receives particularly thorough coverage, reflecting how integral SEN teaching assistant skills are to the role, before the course closes with professional development and time and stress management, helping learners build sustainable, long-term careers within education.
The course was audited and updated on: 10th August, 2026
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the core roles and responsibilities of a learning support assistant.
- Support children effectively within a school and classroom environment.
- Assess student progress and identify individual learning needs accurately.
- Provide appropriate support for children with special educational needs.
- Apply safeguarding principles to protect children's welfare and wellbeing.
- Respond appropriately and calmly to emergencies within a school setting.
- Manage time and stress effectively within a demanding school role.
Key Features of This Course
- Accredited by CPD QS and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS).
- Available in both updated video format and text-based learning.
- Extensive dedicated coverage of special educational needs (SEN) support.
- Self-paced online learning, accessible anytime from any device.
- No prior experience or qualifications required to enrol.
- Structured to reflect real day-to-day learning support assistant responsibilities.
- Instant access upon enrolment with no fixed start dates.
- Suitable preparation for both mainstream and SEN teaching assistant roles.
Assessment & Certification
Training Format
This learning support assistant training is available in an updated format with structured video-based modules, or an older text-based format for learners who prefer reading at their own pace. Both formats are fully self-paced, meaning there are no live sessions or fixed timetables, making the course accessible to those balancing study with work or other commitments.
Assessment
Mock and final quizzes must be completed for CPD QS certificate eligibility.
A written assignment must be submitted for QLS-endorsed certificate eligibility.
Learners can choose which certification route suits their needs.
Certificate Options
CPD QS PDF Certificate
Available for £9.
CPD QS Hard Copy Certificate
Issued by CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS), a widely recognised UK accreditation body.
Available for £15.
QLS Endorsed Certificate
Endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS), a nationally recognised UK quality assurance body.
Requires submission of a written assignment for assessment.
Available as a hard copy for £109, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this learning support assistant training. It's open to anyone with a basic understanding of English, numeracy, and IT, regardless of prior experience working in schools or education.
Who Is This Course For?
- Individuals looking to start a career as a learning support assistant.
- Aspiring SEN teaching assistants wanting specialist knowledge.
- Existing teaching assistants wanting to formalise their skills.
- Career changers interested in moving into the education sector.
- Parents or carers wanting a better understanding of child support needs.
Career Opportunities
- Learning Support Assistant: £17k to £22k/year
- SEN Teaching Assistant: £18k to £24k/year
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): £20k to £27k/year
- SEN Coordinator (SENCO) Assistant: £22k to £30k/year
- Classroom Support Worker: £16k to £21k/year
Note: Salary figures are indicative only. Actual earnings may vary depending on experience, location, employer, and professional qualifications. Completion of this course does not guarantee employment or a specific salary level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a learning support assistant in the UK?
Most people start by building relevant knowledge through training courses like this one, then apply for entry-level roles within primary or secondary schools, often gaining a DBS check as part of the application process.
What qualifications do you need to be a learning support assistant?
There’s no single mandatory qualification, though relevant training and, in many cases, a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification are commonly expected by schools.
How much does a learning support assistant make in the UK?
Learning support assistant salaries typically range from £16k to £30k per year, depending on experience, specialism, and level of responsibility.
What’s the difference between a learning support assistant and an SEN teaching assistant?
A learning support assistant typically supports pupils more broadly across the classroom, whilst an SEN teaching assistant focuses specifically on pupils with special educational needs.
Is this course suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, the course is designed to be accessible to beginners, with no prior experience or qualifications required.
What’s the difference between the CPD QS and QLS certificates?
The CPD QS certificate requires mock and final quizzes, whilst the QLS certificate requires a written assignment and carries an additional, nationally recognised endorsement.
Course Curriculum
| Learning Support Assistant Training - Updated Version | |||
| The Roles of a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) | 00:26:00 | ||
| Working with Children in a School | 00:18:00 | ||
| Assessing Students | 00:12:00 | ||
| Skills of a Learning Support Assistant | 00:23:00 | ||
| Providing for All Children | 00:28:00 | ||
| Safeguarding and Wellbeing of Children and Young People | 00:22:00 | ||
| Dealing with Emergencies | 00:21:00 | ||
| Special Educational Needs (SEN) | 00:38:00 | ||
| Professional Development | 00:24:00 | ||
| Time and Stress Management | 00:21:00 | ||
| Learning Support Assistant Training - Old Version | |||
| Learning Support Assistant Training | |||
| Module 01: Learning Support Assistant: Workplace & Work | |||
| Module 01: Learning Support Assistant: Workplace & Works | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 02: Teaching Methodologies | |||
| Module 02: Teaching Methodologies | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 03: Skills of a Learning Support Assistant | |||
| Module 03: Skills of A Learning Support Assistant | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 04: The Role and Responsibilities of the Learning Support Assistant | |||
| Module 04: The Role and Responsibilities of the Learning Support Assistant | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 05: SEN Teaching | |||
| Module 05: SEN Teaching | 01:00:00 | ||
| Module 06: How to Support Pupils with Special Needs Part 1 | |||
| Module 06: Supporting Pupils with Special Needs (Part 01) | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 07: How to Support Pupils with Special Needs Part 2 | |||
| Module 07: How to Support Pupils with Special Needs Part-2 | 00:50:00 | ||
| Module 08: Safeguarding Children & Young People | |||
| Module 08 Safeguarding Children and Young People | 00:20:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Learning Support Assistant Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Learning Support Assistant Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Learning Support Assistant Training | 2 weeks, 2 days | ||
Learning Support Assistant Training