Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Sapientia Education Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff benefits platform

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym access

Grad2Teach opportunities

University Placement Scheme

Job summary

City Academy Norwich, part of Sapientia Education Trust, invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND Department in Norwich. This permanent, term-time role offers varied day-to-day support for students with diverse needs, contributing to a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

The post requires a commitment to safeguarding, a minimum GCSE grade C/4 in English and Maths, and a readiness to develop through CPD opportunities such as Grad2Teach and LGPS benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Ability to support students with diverse needs.
• Willingness to participate in CPD and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide adaptive in-class support and targeted interventions.
• Work in small groups or 1:1 to assist learning goals.
• Collaborate with SEND staff in nurture and SEMH settings.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: Norwich

Salary: FTE £26,016 - £26,847 per annum Pro rata £23,842 - £25,047 per annum, including an allowance for holiday pay

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Term Time plus three weeks (37.5 hours per week)

Starting as soon as possible

We have an exciting opportunity to join our thriving and growing SEND Department offering variety and flexibility in your working day

City Academy Norwich is seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our expanding SEND Department. This is an exciting opportunity to support students with a wide range of needs and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.

City Academy Norwich is a dynamic and nurturing learning community with high aspirations for all students and staff. As part of the Sapientia Education Trust, we work collaboratively to ensure every child receives an excellent education and is supported to become the best version of themselves.

Vision and Purpose of the Role

• Provide adaptive and personalised learning support for students with diverse needs.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Model the school s values and high expectations.
• Contribute to a caring, safe, and ambitious learning environment.

Role Overview

Learning Support Assistants play a vital part in delivering high-quality SEND provision across the Academy. Deployment may include:

• In-class support
• Small-group or 1:1 interventions
• Working within specialist Nurture classrooms, the Cognition & Learning Base, or the SEMH Base

Applications are welcomed from aspiring teachers or those seeking to develop a career in education or the public sector.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The professional competencies expected of an LSA are:

• The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others
• Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
• Be able to multi-task and work effectively under pressure
• Demonstrate high levels of resilience and adaptability when working with students who may present complex learning, behavioural, social, emotional or medical needs
• Be able to adapt approaches, routines and strategies in response to changing circumstances individual student needs and the wider demands of the school environment
• Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills
• Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions
• The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.

The qualifications and experience required of an LSA are:

• A minimum of a grade C / 4, or equivalent, in English and Maths GCSE.

JOB SPECIFICATION

A non-exhaustive list of specific responsibilities for the role is below and you will be required to undertake other duties and responsibilities as may reasonably be required.

The post-holder will be required to comply with the Trust Code of Conduct. The post holder will have access to and be responsible for confidential information and documentation.

They must ensure confidential or sensitive material is handled appropriately and accurately.

The post holder shall participate in the Trust s programme of Performance Management and Continuing Professional Development.

What We Can Offer You

• Tailored CPD and career development
• Free on-site parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Staff benefits platform with discounts and rewards
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to our on-site gym
• Steps into teaching, including Grad2Teach opportunities
• University Placement Scheme

Closing date: Sunday 1 November 2026

Interview date: Friday 6 November 2026