Learning Support Assistant

Optionsautism; Highweek; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Job summary

OFG Education seeks a Learning Support Assistant for Fieldstone School in Devon. The role supports students in outreach, homes, community settings and on-site, delivering tailored learning activities and building strong relationships to boost engagement and progress.

Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English (4+), a calm, patient approach, and a driving licence. The role offers permanent, term-time style hours at 37.5 per week with a salary around £52k–£55k per year.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above.
• UK driving licence required.
• Patient, resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in outreach settings, at home, within the community and on-site.
• Delivering personalised learning and intervention activities tailored to individual needs.
• Building trusted relationships that encourage engagement, attendance and progress.
• Helping students develop confidence, resilience, independence and life skills.
• Creating safe, structured and positive learning environments wherever learning takes place.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals to provide consistent support.
• Monitoring progress, maintaining records and contributing to individual learning plans.
• Promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times.

Skills

UK driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths and English (4+)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Fieldstone School (Newton Abbot)

• Newton Abbot
• Permanent

Salary: £23,080.50 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Closing date: Wednesday, 2nd December 2026

At OFG Education we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work!

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ13 7EP
Salary: £23,080.50 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: December 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Not every student thrives in a traditional classroom environment. Some need a different approach, a trusted adult, and someone who believes in them when they struggle to believe in themselves.

As a Learning Support Assistant (Outreach), you'll work directly with students who require personalised support to re-engage with education, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes. You'll provide learning support in a variety of settings, including students' homes, community locations, alternative provisions and on-site education spaces.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, thinking creatively, and helping young people overcome barriers that may have prevented them from reaching their potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting students in outreach settings, at home, within the community and on-site
• Delivering personalised learning and intervention activities tailored to individual needs
• Building trusted relationships that encourage engagement, attendance and progress
• Helping students develop confidence, resilience, independence and life skills
• Creating safe, structured and positive learning environments wherever learning takes place
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals to provide consistent support
• Monitoring progress, maintaining records and contributing to individual learning plans
• Promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times

What we are looking for

• GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above
• Patient, resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Confident building positive relationships with students who may be disengaged from education
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work across a range of settings
• Experienced in supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Organised and able to maintain accurate records and reports
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• UK driving licence required

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Fieldstone School is an independent day school supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16 students who may struggle to access mainstream education for a variety of reasons. These can include behavioural, emotional, or educational challenges, difficulties associated with the autistic spectrum, sensory processing disorders, attachment difficulties, or experiences of trauma.

We are committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential academically and personally. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education, helping students develop independence, social skills, and resilience while remaining in their home environment.

Fieldstone School operates in line with Devon County Council's Section 175 safeguarding requirements, demonstrating our commitment to the safety and welfare of all students.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education 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, OFG Education does 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

Wherever you work - whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings - you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

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Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

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With amazing teams working across our family of brands - Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools- we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities.Take a closer look and discover how fulfilling your career could be.

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We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.