Learning Support Assistant

Thomas Telford School; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking on site

Fitness centre access

YuLife Employee Assistance Scheme

10 PD days

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Thomas Telford School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our high-performing 11-18 academy during term time. The role supports teachers to adapt lessons and raise student achievement, with a focus on inclusive education and safeguarding.

The post is part-time permanent, with pattern term time plus 10 PD days, and a salary around £20,000 per year. The school offers on-site parking, access to facilities, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with learning needs.
• Ability to work with teachers to adapt lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers to deliver lessons and activities.
• Assist with planning, preparation and resource setup.
• Help maximise students' achievement and wellbeing.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Employer: Thomas Telford School

Location: Thomas Telford School, TF3 4NW

Salary: Circa £20,000

Closing date: 30 Oct 2026

Sector: Education

Job Type: Schools / Academies - Support staff roles, Teaching assistant

Contract Type: Part time permanent

Working Pattern: Term time

Hours: Part-Time

Job Details

Overview

Learning Support Assistant

Term Time Only Plus 10 PD Days

Salary circa £20,000

This 11-18 City Technology College with an enrolment of 1680 students is seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join one of the top performing Schools in the country. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support our Teachers to take a creative approach to teaching students according to their educational needs, maximising students' achievement, and ability to develop.

Advantages of Working at Thomas Telford School

• Parking on site and free use of the onsite Fitness Centre and Swimming Pool
• Employee Assistance Scheme through YuLife
• 10 Professional Development days
• Generous performance related pay achieved by almost every employee of the School annually
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with our family of schools (Walsall, Sandwell and Madeley Academies) with considerable potential for career progression
• Newly refurbished and well resourced preparation rooms
• An environment where students are always positive, have a love of learning, and behaviour is exemplary based on an understanding of mutual respect between staff and students

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and high performing organisation. Thomas Telford School is proud to have a happy and supportive working environment where employees are truly valued.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Check, two employment references, and relevant right to work in the UK checks.