Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Permanent

Term Time Only (44.07 weeks per year - salary is paid all year round across 12 months in equal instalments)

School hours, Monday to Friday. (working days/hours open to discussion within the needs of the role. Please state the number of hours and days that you can work in your supporting statement which is part of the application form).

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and caring individual to join our dedicated SEN team as a Learning Support Assistant. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our students and to support them in achieving their full potential.

The Role:

At The Burgate School and Sixth Form, we are committed to inclusion and to ensuring that every student feels supported, valued and able to succeed. You will work alongside a highly professional and collaborative team who are passionate about improving outcomes for students with SEN.

The role involves providing support to students within the classroom, working both on a 1:1 basis and with small groups to deliver targeted interventions. You will play an important role in helping students to access learning, build confidence, develop independence and achieve success.

This is a varied and rewarding role, and we will provide you with the training and support needed to succeed.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is patient, caring and understanding, with the warmth and resilience needed to support young people effectively.

You will also

• Have good literacy and numeracy skills
• Be able to motivate, engage and inspire students
• Take a proactive approach to meeting individual student’s needs
• Be relationship-focused, with the ability to build trust and show empathy
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Have strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

What we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school
• Friendly, enthusiastic and highly committed colleagues
• A strong commitment to professional development and career progression
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Electric vehicle charging points
• A cycle to work scheme
• A school set within fantastic grounds on the edge of the New Forest

Why Work for The Burgate School?

At The Burgate School and Sixth Form, we pride ourselves on being a caring and inclusive community where both students and staff are encouraged to thrive. We value professional development, wellbeing and collaboration, and are committed to ensuring that all colleagues feel supported and valued in their roles. With a strong sense of community, high expectations and a focus on continuous improvement, Burgate is a rewarding and inspiring place to work.

If you are a positive team player with a flexible approach and a genuine commitment to supporting young people, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than the published deadline this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement

The Burgate School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps in employments. This role involves directly working with children and any offer of a role will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.

We will also conduct an individual online search on any successful candidates, as part of our due diligence in line with the DfE's 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This may help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, which might potentially impact your ability to carry out the role and are publicly available online. Any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.