About this role
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: H3 Point 5-6
Closing Date: 11th September 2026
This is a role for someone who will deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support so students with SEND make better academic progress and feel included in lessons. You will work closely with classroom teachers and the SENCO to put EHCP strategies into practice, run personalised interventions and track impact. If you enjoy building strong relationships with young people and want to join a collaborative LSA team working in modern school facilities, this role will give you day-to-day impact and clear routes for professional development.
What you'll be doing
Provide focused support to students with additional needs in class, in small groups and on a 1:1 basis
Implement and follow EHCP strategies, liaising with teachers and the SENCO to plan and review support
Run literacy, numeracy and bespoke intervention sessions and record progress
Help prepare and adapt classroom materials in coordination with subject teachers
Build trusting relationships with students to encourage inclusion and positive behaviour
Contribute to pastoral care, attend staff meetings and INSET, and take part in Health Care Plan reviews
Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures at all times
What we're looking for
Essential
Experience of working with children or young people in a school or similar setting
Good standard of education
Ability to support learning in 1:1 and small-group settings, including literacy and numeracy work
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
Commitment to the safety, welfare and inclusion of children
Desirable
Experience applying behaviour-support techniques
Experience supporting students with EHCPs or complex needs
About the team or department
You will report to the SENCO and join a supportive, collaborative LSA team across Goffs-Churchgate Academy. The team works cl