Learning Support Assistant

OFG Education; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance Pension

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

UK discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education’s Longdon Hall School in Lichfield seeks a Learning Support Assistant to help children with additional needs access education and build confidence. You’ll work with teachers, therapists and the multidisciplinary team in a nurturing environment, supporting inclusion and development daily.

The role suits those with care or people-focused experience; training and development are provided. This is a permanent position starting November 2026, with a 37.5 hour week and term-time

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence desirable or required.
• Caring, patient and passionate about helping children and young people succeed.
• Able to stay calm and encouraging in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups to access learning and achieve goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning.
• Build positive relationships to help students feel safe and ready to learn.
• Prepare learning resources and create inclusive classroom environments.
• Encourage independence, communication, wellbeing and social development.
• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and wider school life.
• Work with teachers, therapists and the school team to achieve the best outcomes.
• Promote safeguarding and positive behaviour at all times.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

Job Information

At OFG Education we believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work.

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Longdon Hall School, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS15 4PT

Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: November 2026

UK applicants only - no sponsorship available.

About the Role

Looking for a career where every day brings the opportunity to change a life? At Longdon Hall School, we're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is much more than a classroom support role it's your chance to help children and young people with additional needs build confidence, develop independence and achieve things they never thought possible.

Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a calm, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every student feels safe, valued and inspired to succeed. Whether you're celebrating a breakthrough moment in the classroom or helping a student overcome barriers to learning, your support will have a lasting impact every single day. Whether you already have experience in specialist education or you're looking to bring your skills from care, retail, hospitality, youth work or another people-focused role, we'll provide the training, support and development to help you build a rewarding career in education.

What You’ll Do

• Support students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, helping them access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning that inspires confidence and curiosity.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
• Prepare learning resources and help create stimulating, inclusive classroom environments.
• Encourage students’ independence, communication, emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and wider school life.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and the wider school team to achieve the very best outcomes for every student.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Is caring, patient and passionate about helping children and young people succeed.
• Can build positive relationships and remain calm, resilient and encouraging, even in challenging situations.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team and is eager to learn and develop.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Experience in an SEN or ASC setting is desirable but not essential.
• We welcome applications from people with backgrounds in care, hospitality, retail, youth work, leisure or other customer-focused roles who are looking for a rewarding career where they can make a genuine difference every day.

About the school

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 18, catering for students with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for students who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. This opportunity is in Lichfield which is within commutable distance of Cannock, Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures. Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to succeed through truly personalised education.

Why Join Us

• Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.