Learning Support Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Luton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for Challney High School for Boys. The role supports teaching and learning of individuals or groups within the classroom, with occasional withdrawal sessions, and contributes to pupil progress monitoring and planning.

Experience with literacy and numeracy, plus an understanding of SEN, is valued. Training in ICT is available, and successful applicants will join a supportive team in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs.
• ICT experience is advantageous; hands-on training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching and learning of individuals or groups within the classroom and in withdrawal settings.
• Contribute to monitoring, recording and assessment of pupil progress.
• Contribute to planning teaching and learning for the whole class or individuals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Special Educational Needs.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

SEN knowledge

Tools

ICT basics

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Challney High School for Boys

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027, Term time plus five training days

Hours of work: 35 hours per week. The working day will start at 8:30am and finish at 4:00pm, with a 30 minute break.

Salary: L3 - Actual salary starting from £21,976 per annum

Closing date: 9am on Friday 25th September 2026

Over view of the job

Challney High School for Boys is a successful and inclusive school with outstanding facilities, friendly staff and has a supportive environment.

We are looking to appoint an energetic and motivated individual with good literacy and numeracy skills.

Working within our Support for Learning Department the successful applicant will:

• Support the teaching and learning of individuals or groups within the classroom and on occasions in withdrawal situations.
• Contribute to the monitoring, recording and assessment of pupil progress.
• Contribute to the planning of teaching and learning for the whole class or individuals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Special Educational Needs.

The ability to use ICT would be an advantage but not essential as hands on training is available.

Purpose of the post

To work with class teachers and colleagues in the support for learning team, in all aspects of teaching and enhance learning opportunities for pupils.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We thank you for your interest in this role.

Benefits and perks

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 9:00am Friday 25th September 2026.

Interviews will take place week commencing from Monday 28th September 2026.