Learning Support Assistants

Outcomes First Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

UK discounts

Cycle to Work

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Glebedale School seeks a Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, building positive relationships to promote confidence and wellbeing. You’ll contribute to a broad curriculum, assist with individual education and wellbeing plans, and work closely with teachers to track progress.

No prior school experience required; a caring, patient approach and good communication are essential. Driving licence is preferred to support transport arrangements as needed.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• A caring, resilient and patient approach.
• The ability to remain calm, positive and supportive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help students engage, learn and achieve.
• Building positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence and wellbeing.
• Supporting learning across a broad and engaging curriculum.
• Helping implement individual education, behaviour and wellbeing plans.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support student progress.
• Encouraging positive social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Recording progress and celebrating achievements, no matter how small.
• Occasionally supporting educational visits and transport arrangements where required.
• You don't need to have worked in a school before; we welcome applicants passionate about supporting young people.

Skills

1:1 support

Relationship building

Curriculum support

Behaviour support

Teamwork

Communication

Proactive attitude

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

At Glebedale School, our Learning Support Assistants are much more than classroom support. They are trusted adults, role models and advocates who help students overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve things they never thought possible. Whether you're experienced in education, care, youth work, residential support, coaching or customer-facing roles where relationships matter, this could be the rewarding career move you're looking for. Working alongside teachers and a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where every student feels valued, understood and empowered to succeed. No two days are the same, but every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting impact. What you will be doing

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help students engage, learn and achieve
• Building positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing and independence
• Supporting learning across a broad and engaging curriculum
• Helping implement individual education, behaviour and wellbeing plans
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support student progress
• Encouraging positive social, emotional and behavioural development
• Recording progress and celebrating achievements, no matter how small
• Occasionally supporting educational visits and transport arrangements where required
• You don't need to have worked in a school before. We welcome applications from people who are passionate about supporting young people and making a difference.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above) or equivalent required
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• A caring, resilient and patient approach
• The ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenges
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life
• Driving licence required

We provide education to 40 students from the Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire and Cheshire areas. At our last Ofsted in July 2025, we were rated 'Good'. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• \"Your Wellbeing Matters\" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support