Learning Support Assistant (3684 )

Westmorland & Furness Council; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme

Training and development opportunities

Latest equipment and systems in school

Job summary

Ullswater Community College in Penrith, Cumbria, seeks Learning Support Assistants for 1 September 2026 start. Permanent posts available full-time or part-time (term-time plus one week, 39 weeks/year). Salary Grade 6 with full-year £26,403–£26,824; pro rata £22,709–£23,071 for term-time working.

This role involves supporting students in class, helping them access learning and succeed, with level 2 literacy/numeracy required. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Level 2 literacy and numeracy are required.
• Previous relevant classroom experience is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support learners to access learning in the classroom.
• Assist with classroom management and supervision.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and behaviour support.
• Support students to access learning and progress.

Education

Level 2 literacy

Level 2 numeracy

Job description

• Closing date for applications: Monday 29 June 2026
• Employer: Foundation

Start date: 1 September 2026
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time or part time considered, term-time plus one week, 39 weeks/year
Salary: Grade 6. Full-year salary is £26,403 to £26,824; pro rata salary for full time, term time working is £22,709 to £23,071 (includes holiday allowance)

About the role
Do you enjoy working with young people, helping to make a difference to their progress and attainment at school? Could you be a responsible role model, demonstrating positive behaviour in the classroom and around school? If so, we would like to hear from you.

We are looking for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our large, dedicated team helping students access learning in the classroom. These permanent full-time or part-time roles (depending on your requirements) will start on 1 September 2026.

We are looking for experienced learning support assistants and also for those considering a career in the field of education, either in learning support or to gain some experience in the classroom before undertaking teacher training.

To be successful, you will be able to demonstrate a passion for learning that will inspire and motivate children to be independent learners. You will also be confident in the classroom and have high expectations for the students you work with.

The role requires level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy. Previous relevant experience is helpful but not essential.

About Us
UCC is a larger than average 11-18 comprehensive school serving the biggest catchment area in England. We received an Ofsted Good rating in April 2023 and were recognised as 'Best Secondary School in Cumbria' at the annual NewsQuest Educational awards in October 2023.

This is an exciting time to be joining UCC. We have been named in the school rebuilding programme and planning and project works will begin in the very near future. We will soon have some of the newest and best-resourced school buildings in the country.

UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Our Staff Wellbeing group and approachable leadership team work hard to maintain a responsive and professional working environment.

Benefits to employees include but are not limited to:

• A welcoming and supportive community, where staff really do matter - our Staff Wellbeing group is an integral part of the school culture
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Membership of our employee assistance programme
• Access to the latest technology to support all staff roles
• Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
• Access to comprehensive training and development and the best equipment and systems available in schools
• A chance to contribute to the future development and direction of the school and our wider community

We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18). Please note that we do not hold a Home Office sponsor licence.

Ullswater Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children's Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates

Ullswater Community College

Wetheriggs Lane

Penrith

CA11 8NG