Learning Support Assistant: Inspire Students to Thrive

Outcomes First Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Vista Flexible Benefits Platform

Job summary

Oakfield House School, part of OFG Education, is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support autistic students and others with additional learning needs. You will work with teachers to deliver a tailored curriculum, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help foster confidence and independence in students.

Set in a nurturing environment with small classes and sensory spaces, the role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families, and contributing to a positive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Holds GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential.
• Patient, compassionate and skilled at building positive relationships.
• Positive, resilient and able to remain calm when faced with challenges.
• Flexible and adaptable, tailoring support to meet individual needs.
• An effective communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Motivated to learn, develop and make a genuine difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering a broad, engaging and personalised curriculum.
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help students access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Assist in implementing educational and behavioural programmes that meet a range of learning needs.
• Encourage students' confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Monitor and record students' academic, social and emotional progress, sharing feedback with the wider team.
• Prepare learning resources and classroom materials to support stimulating lessons and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, nurturing environment where students can flourish.
• Accompany students on educational visits and enrichment activities, and occasionally provide transport where required.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths 4/C+

Patience & empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Oakfield House School, part of OFG Education, is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support autistic students and others with additional learning needs. You will work with teachers to deliver a tailored curriculum, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help foster confidence and independence in students.

Set in a nurturing environment with small classes and sensory spaces, the role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families, and contributing to a positive, inclusive