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Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Gateways School

Leeds

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Salary:
From £16,731 depending on experience, paid pro rata for part time working (Term time only position).
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
As soon as possible
Apply by:
9 December 2024

Job overview

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and energetic Learning Support Assistants to join our team.

The role of a Learning Support Assistant will be utilised across the School to meet the growing demand.

As a Learning Support Assistant you will be expected to guide individuals or small groups of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), work both within and outside of the classroom, under the direction of the SENCo’s and Teachers as well as independently.

The objectives of a Learning Support Assistant will differ according to the individual requirements of each pupil.

The overall function is to support SEN pupils with varied needs through the academic, personal and behavioural elements of school life.

Click here to view the job description and person specification for this role.


Working Hours: 08:30 – 16:00 Monday - Friday during term time and morning briefings (where applicable), plus all staff training and development days. We are also able to consider part time applications, please advise when submitting your application your preferred working days. 

Salary: From £16,731 depending on experience, paid pro rata for part time working (Term time only position).

Staff Benefits: Enhanced employer pension contribution of 5%, access to a Staff Wellbeing Room, Free Lunch, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Car Scheme, Dental Partnership and Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured).

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Closing Date: Monday 9th December at 4pm.

Interviews: To be confirmed with those invited for interview.


Gateways School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expect all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list check as well as a Prohibition List check (where applicable).

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About Gateways School

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+44 113 2886345

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Gateways is situated in an enviable countryside location, but retains close links to both Leeds and Harrogate

Gateways is a friendly, welcoming, close-knit school community that achieves excellent academic results year on year.

Students of all ages develop to their full potential in a challenging, rigorous yet supportive environment and are encouraged to become responsible and caring citizens through our Community Outreach programme and to treat others with respect and kindness.  Gateways welcomes students of all faiths and none.

Staff are supported through a comprehensive Professional Development Scheme

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