Learning Support Assistant

Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust (BILTT) is expanding its provision based at Rivertree Free School, our newly built, state-of-the-art facility, which officially opened in February 2025. Rivertree joined the others in our Trust providing education to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

Our Academies, supported by the Trust, provide an environment which is welcoming, nurturing, calm, safe and purposeful. BILTT’s vision is to continue to develop a high performing SEND Multi Academy Trust that delivers the very best educational experiences for pupils regardless of their starting points.

As the school grows, we are looking to recruit to our team of learning support assistants to aid us in the provision of education to our current pupils and those that will be joining us.

Hours are 8.30am -3.40pm, Monday to Friday, Term time plus 5 training days. There may be the opportunity for various hours/working patterns dependent on pupil needs and this can be discussed at interview stage..

We are looking for people who are passionate about working with children with special educational needs and can work as part of a team, sharing knowledge and best practice to improve pupil outcomes.

Successful applicants will provide high-quality support to Rivertree pupils with autism, profound, medical and severe learning difficulties who have Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). You will work closely with class teachers and other colleagues to ensure pupils can access the curriculum, engage in learning activities, and develop essential skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Completion of Secondary School to CSE/GCSE standard is essential along with previous experience of working with children and/or young people.

Interviews TBC

Closing date 5th July 2026

If you feel you have the experience and personal qualities we are looking for and would like to be part of helping us to provide outstanding, specialist education by joining our wonderful team already working at our fabulous new school, then we would welcome an application from you via MyNewTerm.

Should you have any questions regarding the role or wish to discuss it further, please email rfs.hr@biltt.org