Learning Support Assistants

Caretech; Northampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career progression

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cambian Potterspury Lodge School in Towcester, Northamptonshire is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils aged 8-16 with Autism Spectrum Condition and complex needs. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week during term time, with a salary of £21,257.48 per annum.

You will work with a dedicated staff team, provide classroom support, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusive learning. GCSEs in Math and English and a commitment to safeguarding are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people in classroom settings.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and understanding of safeguarding duties.
• Understanding of child development and learning processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils with special educational needs in classroom activities.
• Support small-group and one-to-one learning during lessons.
• Contribute to a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom experience

Safeguarding awareness

ASD/SEND experience

Child development understanding

Education

GCSE Math & English (C/4+)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Date posted: 29 September 2026

Ref: SYS-28182

Role Description

Role: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Cambian Potterspury Lodge School - Towcester, Northamptonshire

Hours: 37.5 per week (Term Time Only)

Salary: £21,257.48 per annum

Class sizes are no more than 6 students.

We are looking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join and support our well established and successful staff team at Potterspury Lodge School!

This role is ideal for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children, with a wide range of Special Educational Needs, and also a fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in Teaching to gain valuable first-hand experience. Candidates who are appointed will receive full support and training from colleagues and teachers.

The School

Potterspury Lodge School is an Ofsted registered independent specialist school offering 38 week, term time education for students aged 8 - 16 years old with Autism Spectrum Condition, complex needs and challenging behaviour. The purpose of the school is to prepare students for the demands of adult life through staff expertise and specialist approaches. We provide a nurturing environment that encourages students to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience of working with young people in a classroom environment.
• You will be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in Math and English, grade C/4 or above.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and good understanding of what this entails.
• Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities of the role.
• Experience of working with wide range of children including those with ASD/SEND.
• Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.

Why work for us?

• Free school meals.
• Free parking.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you into this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK's biggest care providers.

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Role Overview

• Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £21,257.48
• Hours per week: 37.5
• Closing date: 31 October 2026