Learning Support Assistant

Oulton Academy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Carlton Cares

Job summary

Carlton Academy Trust in West Yorkshire is seeking a committed individual to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. You will work alongside teachers, families and external professionals to deliver tailored learning support, promote inclusion, and monitor pupil progress.

Join us to help create positive learning environments, contribute to lesson planning and classroom management, and play a key role in safeguarding and wellbeing across the school community.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in daily activities.
• Contribute to lesson planning, classroom management and pupil progress tracking.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals to promote inclusion.

Job description

‘CAT employs rolling recruitment methodologies, with shortlisting and interviews for some roles taking place as and when applications are received. This may mean that some roles are recruited to before the closing date, we therefore advise that applications are made without undue delay’.

Who We Are

Carlton Academy Trust is a dynamic, values-driven multi-academy trust based in West Yorkshire. Established in 2019, with schools across Bradford and Leeds. Recognised as a World Class Trust by the World Class Schools Quality Mark, we are united by a clear vision: “Excellence for All”.

Why Join Us?

At Carlton Academy Trust, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster an open, collaborative culture where every member of staff is empowered to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. We invest in professional growth, provide clear career pathways, and celebrate success at every level.

What makes us stand out:

Employee wellbeing is extremely important to us, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the ‘Carlton Cares’ programme, designed to support physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Full details can be found at:

Employee Benefits - Carlton Academy Trust

We are looking for:

Carlton Academy Trust is looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our team in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This vital role focuses on helping pupils achieve their full potential by providing tailored learning support, promoting inclusion, and fostering independence. Working closely with teachers, families, and external professionals, you will contribute to lesson planning, classroom management, and pupil progress tracking. If you have experience working with children, strong communication skills, and a passion for creating positive learning environments, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Join us on our journey to deliver exceptional education and achieve our vision of ‘Excellence for All’.

We welcome visits to the school; to arrange a convenient time please contact; Anita Riedel, Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]

The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service.

Carlton Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employ