Learning Support Assistant

Esher CofE High School; Esher; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing school in the UK is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help students with special needs access the curriculum and enhance their personal development. The role offers flexible working hours, and applicants with experience working with young people are encouraged. A good command of English and numeracy skills are essential. This position provides a chance to make a significant impact on educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with young people would be an advantage.
• Good level of written and spoken English is required.
• Numeracy skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support key students to access the curriculum.
• Ensure well-being, behavior, and personal development enhance learning opportunities.
• Assist students with special needs.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Written and spoken English

Numeracy

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

23.5 hours a week term time only (37.6 weeks) Worked over 4 days (8.40 am to 3.10 pm)

We can be flexible around start and finish times & the number of days worked part-time

Salary PS4 : (25246 to 27033 FTE). Starting pro-rata salary14080

Do you have a desire to work as part of a team supporting young people in our school

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work with an enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff providing assistance to students with special needs enabling them to achieve maximum access to the national curriculum and to integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by students at the school.

This is your opportunity to have a real impact on the educational outcomes of our students. You will be working in class supporting key students to access the curriculum as well as ensuring that the well‑being behaviour and personal development of students enhances their learning opportunities and life skills.

Previous experience of working with young people would be an advantage. A good level of written and spoken English is required together with numeracy offer a comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.

Esher High is an excellent performing school and is proud to be part of Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT). We aim to equip our students with the skills to grow into confident ambitious and responsible citizens ready to face the challenges of the adult world. Our staff are passionate about seeing young people succeed in their subject.

Please refer to the Recruitment Pack for further details regarding this role and how to apply. We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing before the closing date for strong candidates.

Closing Date : Monday 6 October 2025 @8.00 am

Interview Date : Interviews will be held within 2 weeks of the closing date

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Employment Type : Full-Time

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Vacancy : 1