We are looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic Learning Support Assistant to join our team.
This position is designed primarily to support a pupil with an EHCP. This may be by offering support for the pupil, or supporting other pupils to allow the Teacher to provide the support.
The Learning Support Assistant will also be utilised across the High School to meet growing demand and the needs of all our pupils.
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. This will include supporting pupils in KS4 through their GCSEs.
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 Applicant Information Pack for more details, including the and person specification for this role.
Working Hours: 08:00 – 16:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and 08:00 – 17:00 Thursday during term time, and all staff training and development days.
Salary: Up to £24,156 depending on experience.
Staff Benefits: Enhanced employer pension contribution of 5%, access to a Staff Wellbeing Room, Free Lunch, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Car Scheme and access to an employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)*.
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 22nd April 2025 at 9am. Applications will be reviewed as received. If a suitable candidate is presented prior to the 22nd April, applications will be closed early, therefore early submission is recommended.
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).
*subject to eligibility.