Learning Support Assistant

Acorn Care and Education; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Barton-upon-Humber is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to help deliver creative learning experiences for pupils with diverse needs. The role involves working closely with teachers and students to promote engagement and support well-being. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English and experience in similar settings. This permanent position offers a unique work/life balance opportunity through a 4-day working week trial.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Ability to support children with varied and complex needs.
• Experience working in educational settings.
• Calmness and resilience in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning experiences.
• Work with individual pupils to promote engagement.
• Build positive relationships to support development.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Engaging

Team collaboration

Motivated

Experience in SEN settings

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (C/4 or above)

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

We’re proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full‑time pay.

Job Title & Location

Learning Support Assistant – Barton School, Barton‑upon‑Humber DN18 6DA

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:00am–4:00pm
Salary: £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2026
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant you will support teachers in delivering creative and individualised learning experiences tailored to the unique educational needs of each pupil. Your work will help maximise every pupil’s progress, confidence, and ability to thrive—both in and out of the classroom.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with varied and complex needs and is looking to start or continue a rewarding career in education. You will be working in a school that fosters a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected, and actively involved in their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with individual pupils or small groups to promote engagement and learning
• Prepare classrooms and materials to meet a range of learning styles
• Assist in the planning and delivery of creative, tailored lessons
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff to support development and well‑being
• Support pupils in developing both academic and life skills in a safe, inclusive environment

Who We’re Looking For

• Calm, engaging, and resilient under pressure
• Works well as part of a supportive and collaborative team
• Motivated to make a real difference in the lives of young people
• Ideally has experience in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting or similar environment
• Holds GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in Maths and English

About Options Barton School

Options Barton School is an independent special school in North Lincolnshire for children and young people aged 5–19 with autism and associated complex needs and behaviours that challenge. Located in Barton‑upon‑Humber, we are easily accessible from Barton, Scunthorpe, Doncaster, Hull, and the surrounding towns. For over 19 years we have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties.

As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2024 we were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Fit‑out Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enabling you to choose a package that’s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Commitment to Safety and Fair Recruitment

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.