Learning Support Assistant

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); Sutton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and pay progresss

Professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Generous pension schemes

Discount on GDST school fees

Loans for training/tech/season ticket

Cycle to Work scheme

Competitive terms and conditions of em

Job summary

Sutton High School, part of the GDST, is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (Level 3 or above) to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with an EHCP and assist in the Neurodiversity Hub. You will work within a collaborative senior school team to foster social and academic development, with opportunities for professional development.

The role offers term-time working with a salary from £31,200 FTE, pro-rata to part-time hours, and a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised TA qualification (e.g. NVQ, NNEB, City & Guilds, BTEC) or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCP needs is preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a named pupil with EHCP for social communication needs.
• Support students in the Neurodiversity Hub, facilitating independent work and study skills.
• Encourage learning and readiness for school through reassurance and targeted guidance.
• Collaborate with the Learning Support team to monitor progress and adapt strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathy

Listening

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3/TA qualification

NNEB

City & Guilds

BTEC

Job description

Fulll or Part time, term time only

Required ASAP

Salary Grade 3 from £31,200FTE, actual salary pro-rata to part time hours

The Role

Sutton High School is currently seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (with Level 3 training or above) to work on a 1:1 basis, supporting a named senior school pupil in receipt of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for social communication needs and also to provide support to students working in our Neurodiversity Hub.

Providing individual attention, reassurance and help, you will encourage the pupil to achieve their full potential, ensuring they are appropriately supported in their social interactions, learning and readiness for school. In the Neurodiversity hub you will provide support for individuals and small groups, facilitating their independent work and helping them develop effective study skills.

With a recognised TA qualification i.e. NVQ, NNEB, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent relevant experience in an educational setting, the ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to listen, empathise and build strong, positive relationships with children and staff alike.

You will be joining a team of Learning Support Assistants in our Senior School Neurodiversity Team, based in our Neurodiversity Hub.

About Sutton High School

Sutton High School is an academically selective independent day school for girls with an age range of 3 to 18 years. We are situated on a green and leafy site in central Sutton, close to excellent public transport links and major roads. Both Senior and Junior Schools are amongst the top schools in the country.

Sutton High School is characterised by a warm, happy and inclusive community, where girls support each other to aspire and achieve.

The school is a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) and the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA). Membership of the GDST, the largest group of independent girls’ schools in the UK, gives us unrivalled opportunities for training and sharing of good practice in teaching and learning.

Employee Benefits Include

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

The closing date for applications is 4pm on 30 September 2026, however please note that we reserve the right to close early.

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