Learning Support Assistant

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Longdon Hall School, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS15 4PT Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Tuesday- Friday: 8:30am - 4pm, Monday: 4:30pm for CPD. Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Looking for a career where every day brings the opportunity to change a life? At Longdon Hall School, we're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is much more than a classroom support role—it's your chance to help children and young people with additional needs build confidence, develop independence and achieve things they never thought possible. Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a calm, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every pupil feels safe, valued and inspired to succeed. Whether you're celebrating a breakthrough moment in the classroom or helping a pupil overcome barriers to learning, your support will have a lasting impact every single day. Whether you already have experience in specialist education or you're looking to bring your skills from care, retail, hospitality, youth work or another people-focused role, we'll provide the training, support and development to help you build a rewarding career in education. What You'll Do: Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, helping them access learning and achieve their individual goals. Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning that inspires confidence and curiosity. Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Prepare learning resources and help create stimulating, inclusive classroom environments. Encourage pupils' independenc