Learning Support Assistant NEW

Lionheart Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The Cedars Academy as a Learning Support Assistant, where you will make a tangible impact on students' educational experiences. This permanent role involves collaborating with teachers to enhance learning outcomes for pupils, ensuring every child's success in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work under supervision.
• Experience with children in an academic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in delivering lessons.
• Assist individual students or small groups with learning activities.

Skills

Support teaching

Assist learning

Job description

Are you looking for a job where every day is different and you are making a real difference to pupils’ quality of education?

The Cedars Academy is an 11 to 18 academy in Birstall committed to high standards, raising attainment, and creative excellence from staff and pupils. We focus on pupil success, providing a vibrant curriculum that promotes a love of learning and prepares students for their next steps.

We are currently recruiting: A Learning Support Assistant on a permanent contract starting 22 August 2025.

This role involves working under the supervision of a teacher to support teaching, learning, and related activities according to academy policies. Responsibilities include supporting whole class activities or assisting individual or small groups of pupils.

Location: The Cedars Academy, Birstall, Leicestershire, part of the Lionheart Educational Trust

Hours: 30 hours per week (39 weeks per year)

Salary: Grade 5, pay point 7, FTE £24,408 (actual salary £16,933 pa)

Interview date: As soon as possible

This position is a regulated activity requiring an enhanced disclosure and criminal records check, including a barred list check.

We encourage early applications as we may close the application process early if we receive a high volume of applicants. All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online check.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where all staff are valued and empowered to succeed.

We have staff networks for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff; LGBTQ+ staff; staff from working-class backgrounds; and staff with disabilities.

The Cedars is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.