Learning Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading independent education provider is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help create engaging learning experiences for pupils. The role involves supporting teachers, encouraging positive behaviours, and helping pupils with diverse needs to thrive. Applicants should have GCSEs in English and Maths and a passion for supporting children. This position offers a permanent contract and a comprehensive rewards package including mental health support services and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Compassionate and resilient to make a difference.
• Experience with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A calm, adaptable approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering tailored lessons.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning in small groups.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Strong communication skills

Patient attitude

Education

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

Job description

Job Title: 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

This isn't just a support role - it's a chance to change lives every day. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

What 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.

Our pupils present with a wide range of needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, mental health problems and associated conditions. However, they are able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes and be happy at school.

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.

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

Your Reward Package

We offer a comprehensive rewards 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

Flexible Benefits Platform

• 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.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.