Learning Support Assistant

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.

Please 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.

Application Deadline: Monday 6th January 2025 at 8am, however applications will be reviewed as received, therefore early application is advised.

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).