Learning Support Assistant

Teach Midlands; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lion Academy Trust in Wellingborough is seeking a dedicated school support role to assist teachers and aid pupils, including those with special needs. The successful candidate will work under the Phase Lead/Head of School to ensure high-quality provision for children.

Location: Olympic Way, Wellingborough. Permanent, full-time contract. An enhanced DBS and medical check are required, with two positive references from previous employers. Closing date: 16.11.2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar setting
• Be personable with good communication skills
• Two positive references from current/previous employers

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils and provide support for those with special needs; ensure safety and access to learning
• Assist with development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans
• Plan personal care programmes and learning activities in liaison with the teacher
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and promote inclusion
• Provide feedback on progress and achievement under teacher guidance

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Job description

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar setting who is capable of giving their knowledge and experience to the children in our school.

Reporting directly to the Phase Lead/Head of School, you will be responsible for undertaking administrative and organisational processes as required, to support the teacher, to deliver consistently good or better provision for our children.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who will bring organisation and commitment to this role, supporting both the students and the teachers, ensuring all duties are completed to the highest standard. You will need to be personable and have good communication skills.

Your core duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs; ensuring their safety and access to learning activities


• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour


• Plans and Personal Care programmes


• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals Assist with the planning of learning activities


• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs


• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils


• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher

You can find out more information about the school by visiting our school website and Facebook page.

Lion Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and completion of a medical check.

Location Olympic Way, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN8 3QA, UK

ContractType Permanent

Job Type full-time

Closing Date 16.11.2026

SalaryDescription NJC Grade D, Scale Points 3-4