Learning Support Assistant at Knole Academy

Knole Academy; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Well maintained work environment

Work-life balance focus

Job summary

Knole Academy in Sevenoaks is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with a range of needs, helping them access the curriculum and reach their potential.

The role involves supporting individuals and small groups in lessons, promoting inclusion and positive behaviour, assisting with learning resources, and encouraging independence. The post offers a salary on AAT Grade C (£22,325–£22,995 pro-rated to 35 hours per week) for 38 weeks plus 1, with term-time pattern and core hours.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individual students and small groups in lessons
• Promoting inclusion and positive behaviour
• Assisting with learning resources and classroom activities
• Encouraging independence and confidence in students

Job description

About this Role

Knole Academy in Sevenoaks is lookingfor an enthusiastic professional with a genuine passion for education to joinour team and make a difference.

Learning Support Assistant

Salary will be paid according toexperience on AAT Grade C £- £26,956 - £27,765 (pro-rated to £22,325 - £22,995actual per annum for 35 hours per week: Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 4:00 pm,Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, 38 weeks term time plus 1 week).

We are seeking a dedicated andenthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team. Thesuccessful candidate will work closely with teachers to help students with arange of needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum and achieve theirpotential.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting individual students and smallgroups in lessons
• Promoting inclusion and positivebehaviour
• Assisting with learning resources and classroomactivities
• Encouraging independence and confidencein students

We are looking for someone who ispatient, adaptable, and passionate about helping young people succeed. Previousexperience in education or working with children is desirable but not essential- full training will be provided.

This would be an excellent opportunityfor a graduate wishing to gain relevant experience or for those considering acareer in teaching.

Staff well-being is a focus of the academy,and our staff benefit from free gym membership, a well maintained and resourcedworking environment and consideration of maintaining an effective work lifebalance.

Our Academy is committed to safeguardingand protecting the welfare of children so an Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Closing date: Monday 2 November 2026 9:00 am

Interviews: Wednesday 11 November 2026

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