Learning Support Assistant

Nova Education Trust; Ilkeston; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nova Perks

Job summary

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team. The post is permanent and part-time (32.5 hours), term time only, providing support to students with additional needs. The role offers full induction, CPD opportunities and the Nova Perks benefits package.

You will work with students individually or in small groups, supporting their learning, behaviour and wellbeing, in the Learning Support facility or in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional needs.
• Ability to work with individuals or small groups.
• Proactive, patient and adaptable in a busy school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and behaviour of students in Learning Support facility and classrooms.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement individual education plans.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Student support

Behaviour management

Additional needs support

Team collaboration

Job description

Kirk Hallam Community Academy Permanent Vacancy Reference: OCT20263181 Closes Nov 02, 2026 at 08:00 AM

Description

Location: Kirk Hallam Community Academy

Contract: Permanent, part time (32.5 hours), term time only

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 8am

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is an ambitious and inclusive 11–18 school in Derbyshire that is committed to providing transformational learning experiences for all students. The school's strong community ethos, high expectations and culture of kindness create an environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. Through a well-established pastoral system, a focus on personal development, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities including outdoor education, performing arts and sporting activities, the academy seeks to prepare students for successful futures.

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our dynamic team at Kirk Hallam Community Academy. You will be joining us at an exciting and pivotal time in our journey of improvement.

The LSA team supports students’ learning and behaviour on an individual or small group basis within our Learning Support facility or in the classroom.

The ideal applicant has experience of providing support to young people with additional needs, working with them effectively to facilitate their physical, emotional and educational development.

In return, the right person for our team will benefit from full support and induction, CPD opportunities, a community facing ethos among staff and students and a staff wellbeing focus along with Nova Perks, a scheme which provides staff with access to a number of exciting perks including a cash back health plan, instant discounts, technology and cycle schemes and more.

Our motto ‘Work Hard, Be Kind’ underpins everything that we do and reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence. Great education transforms lives, and we have absolute conviction that great education is about striking a balance between an unashamedly ambitious curriculum and character.

Applications close on Monday 2nd November 2026 at 8am.

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is part of Nova Education Trust, a growing family of academies united by shared values, high aspirations and a commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for children and young people.

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with DfE requirements.

All colleagues have access to ‘Nova Perks’, an employee benefits system bringing a range of fantastic benefits including salary sacrifice schemes, and health cash plan, and instant discounts. Please see the attached job pack for more details on what we have to offer.