Learning Support Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Lowestoft is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to teachers and students. This role involves fostering a positive learning environment and building strong relationships with students to help them succeed in their education. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Professional with considerable expertise in supporting students.
• Ability to respond independently to unexpected problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the teacher and students.
• Work with individuals or small groups under teacher direction.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Knowledge and passion for subject matter

Relationship-building skills

Preparation and organisation skills

Strong work ethic

Community-building skills

High expectations for all

Job description

Job Description

• Horizon School, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TD
• £24,404 – £25,183 pro rata
• 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Permanent
• Reference: 7410
• Required as soon as possible
  
  
  

Horizon School is a Pupil Referral Unit that supports schools and pupils in the Northern Area of Suffolk.

Job share considered.

At Horizon School, we support young people who have been unable to succeed in mainstream education. Here they are given a second chance with support and challenge to help them achieve their potential. We are now seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Horizon School.

The main purpose of the role is to provide support to the teacher and through this to students and to the teaching of the curriculum. To work under the direction of the teacher, whether in the whole class, a small group, or with an individual pupil.

We are looking for a professional who has:

• expert communication skills
• superior listening skills
• deep knowledge and passion for their subject matter
• the ability to build caring relationships with students
• friendliness and approachability
• excellent preparation and organisation skills
• strong work ethic
• community-building skills
• high expectations for all.
  
  
  

You will be expected to have considerable expertise/specialism. The work will involve responding independently to unexpected problems and situations.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (docx) and Application Guidance (docx)

Please call the school on 01502 539755 or email [e-mail] to discuss whether a visit is possible.

How To Apply

Please complete the Application Form (docx)

Completed application forms should be returned by the closing date to [e-mail] or by post marked for the attention of HR Admin at the following address: Horizon School, Saturn Close, Lowestoft NR32 4TD

Closing date: 1pm, 9 June 2025.

Shortlisting date: 10 June 2025.

Interview date: 17 June 2025.

School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and two references.

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