Learning Support Assistant

FIRSTGROUP PLC; New Gate; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to work closely with teachers and students at Waterloo Lodge School. The role involves creating an inclusive environment and supporting young people in their educational journey. Key responsibilities include working with individual pupils, recording progress, and promoting positive relationships. Competitive salary of £22,300 per annum alongside various benefits including a pension scheme and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Ability to work closely with teachers and pupils.
• Experience in supporting the learning of young people.
• Understanding of educational needs and behavioral strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers by working with individual pupils and small groups.
• Help implement individual educational and behavioral programs.
• Record and monitor educational and behavioral progress.
• Prepare materials and equipment for learning activities.
• Promote social and emotional development of pupils.
• Accompany pupils on educational visits.

Skills

Support for individual pupils

Classroom management

Behavioral support

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) in core subjects

Job description

Overview

our supportive and close-knit team at Waterloo Lodge School, located in Chorley.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pupils, helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. You will provide tailored support to individuals and small groups, ensuring that every pupil has the opportunity to thrive both academically and socially. From preparing resources to supporting lessons, and even joining pupils on educational visits, every day will bring variety and the chance to contribute to meaningful progress.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers by working with individual pupils and small groups across a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Help implement individual educational and behavioural programmes, tailored to pupils' needs.
• Record and monitor educational, social, and behavioural progress within agreed frameworks.
• Prepare and organise materials and equipment to support learning activities.
• Promote social and emotional development, encouraging self-esteem and positive relationships.
• Accompany pupils on external educational visits and occasionally provide transport when required.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in core subjects

About us

Waterloo Lodge is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Wellbeing support and health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• 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.

Working arrangements

You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay as part of the 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial where available. Many of our schools have introduced 4DWW or are rolling it out as staffing allows.

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 7AX

Salary: £22,300 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start: October 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.