Learning Support Assistant - Warberry C Of E Academy (Learning Academy Partnership)

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Warberry Church of England Academy, part of The Learning Academy Partnership, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant. You will work mainly in our nurture provision, supporting children with a range of needs, including ASC and SEMH, helping them access learning in a calm, structured environment.

You will collaborate with experienced staff to deliver targeted interventions, support communication and social skills, and promote emotional regulation.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism, speech and language development, and knowledge of phonics would be an advantage, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in our nurture provision.
• Deliver targeted interventions to remove barriers to learning.
• Promote emotional regulation and develop social communication skills.
• Work with experienced staff to provide a calm, supportive learning environment.

Skills

Autism awareness

Speech and language development

Phonics knowledge

Job description

Required as soon as possible
The Learning Academy Partnership has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our School Trust, based in Warberry Church of England Academy. In the heart of Torquay, our school is part of a vibrant community with all the natural beauty of the English Riviera nearby. Working in close partnership with our families, we passionately believe that every child should be taught by expert, high-quality teachers in an inspirational school that always puts children first. At Warberry, we pride ourselves on providing every child with a rich and engaging curriculum and extra-curricular activities that are grounded in our Christian values. Our vision is: ‘Roots to grow, fruit to flourish’

At Warberry, we believe that education is about more than lessons in a classroom - it’s about sparking curiosity, building confidence, and giving every child the best possible start in life.

We are looking for

A Learning Support Assistant to join us who is inspired by our mission and wants to be part of a Trust where children are at the heart of everything we do. This role is primarily based within our Nurture support-base provision and will involve supporting children with a range of additional needs. You will play a vital role in supporting and nurturing our children, including those with Special Educational Needs, helping to remove barriers to learning so every child can flourish. This role will be based predominantly within our nurturing specialist provision, supporting children with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and communication and interaction difficulties. Working alongside experienced staff, you will help to provide a calm, structured and highly supportive environment, delivering targeted interventions, promoting emotional regulation, developing social communication skills, and enabling children to access learning successfully. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and making a lasting difference to some of our most vulnerable learners.

Our ideal candidate will be committed to making a profound difference, particularly for our most disadvantaged children, empowering them with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive. Experience with autism, speech and language development, and knowledge of phonics would also be an advantage, but not essential.

Our Trust is dedicated to building an authentic workforce, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience looks a little different to what we’ve identified, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the perfect candidate! We are proud that we are a single organisation with a shared responsibility for all children, and one where you will feel professionally nourished through our extensive development practice and strong wellness offer.

Our School Trust is underpinned by our four core beliefs; we are stronger together, a sense of belonging; removing barriers and realising the possible. This means that by working collectively, we can achieve our absolute best to ensure that children, especially the most vulnerable, can flourish. Our ethos is one of working together to Empower, Excel, Together.

What we can offer you:

• Make a real difference – every day you’ll have the chance to make a profound difference to children’s lives.
• Be part of something bigger – you will be part of a values-led School Trust where we collaborate, innovate, and succeed together.
• We invest in you – our People Strategy ensures you’re nurtured, supported, and given opportunities to develop so you can provide the very best for our children.
• Grow your expertise – access to our high-quality professional development, career pathways, and bespoke CPD; we’re committed to your personal and professional growth.
• A genuine commitment to life balance – we prioritise colleague wellness and actively support a healthy, sustainable approach to work.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support – access to a confidential, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need it.
• Flexibility that fits life – our family-friendly policies help you balance work with what matters most.
• Perks and savings – from Cycle to Work and Tech schemes, to lifestyle discounts and benefits.

We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. If you have a disability, neurodivergent condition (such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism), or any other additional needs, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. Please use the links below for more information or contact us to discuss any adjustments that would help you take part fully in the process.

The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd November (9am) however please feel free to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview / appoint before the closing date.

Interviews are anticipated to take place on Friday 6th November.