Learning Support Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Charing; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent education provider in the UK is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to create engaging learning experiences for children. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, working directly with pupils, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate should have GCSEs in English and Maths and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people. This position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support benefits

Qualifications

• Compassionate and resilient with a passion for supporting children.
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• Calm, adaptable, and proactive approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering creative, hands-on lessons.
• Work one-to-one and in small groups with pupils.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction.
• Prepare learning materials and maintain an organized environment.

Skills

Compassion

Strong communication skills

Patience

Adaptability

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford, TN27 0AX

Salary: £18,118.75 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start Date: December 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll work alongside our talented teachers to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences that help every pupil feel supported, valued, and inspired to achieve their best.

You Will:

• Support teachers in delivering creative, hands‑on lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Work one‑to‑one and in small groups to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour, wellbeing, and social interaction in and out of the classroom.
• Prepare learning materials and help maintain a stimulating, organised learning environment.
• Collaborate with a dedicated, caring team committed to every pupil's personal and academic growth.

Who we're looking for

You're compassionate, resilient, and ready to make a difference. Whether you have classroom experience or are just starting your journey in education, what matters most is your enthusiasm, empathy, and commitment to helping young people succeed.

You’ll Bring:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication skills and a caring, patient attitude.
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable, but not essential).
• A calm, adaptable, and proactive approach to working as part of a team.

About Us

Heath Farm is an independent SEN school that offers a unique and stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. From our nurturing approach for primary pupils through to the relaxed working environment of the specialist College Provision, all students are encouraged to reach high standards in every aspect of their lives.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• 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

And a market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the 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.

Additional Information

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. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.