Learning Support Assisstant

Are you hard-working, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting the progress, outcomes and well-being of students? Do you want to be supported in your career development? Then come and join us at Elmlea Schools.

We are looking for a part-time, Learning Support Assistant or aspiring Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team in as soon as possible. This is a term-time, part-time position of up to 26 hours per week. Working days and hours are flexible and can be discussed with the successful candidate. The hours could be worked across, for example, five mornings or four fuller days. Applications from candidates seeking fewer hours or days will also be considered.

This is a vital role providing dedicated one-to-one support across our schools, enabling pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEND), including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and social communication difficulties, to access learning, achieve their full potential, and participate fully in all aspects of school life.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality support to pupils with enhanced funding, including learning support, targeted interventions, support with social interaction, and assistance during playtimes and off-site activities.

In addition, the successful candidate will:

Be an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment with constantly changing priorities.

• Be an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment with constantly changing priorities.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
• Have previous experience working with children with SEND in an educational setting (desirable).

Elmlea Schools can offer:

• The opportunity to join a friendly, dedicated, highly skilled and supportive staff team who are committed to maintaining an outstanding provision for all children.
• An excellent opportunity for professional development and learning.
• Employee Assistance Programme which includes access to health services.
• Pension Scheme.

Choosing the right new school to work in is as important to you as choosing the right new staff is for us. Please visit our website to find out more about us and if you would like to visit the school or would like to discuss the post with a member of staff, please do email the school. A look around the school prior to the interview is encouraged.

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 11th November

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, so we would encourage you to submit your application early. We can only accept applications made using the application form.

Elmlea Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.