Learning Support Assistant

Contract type - Full time Permanent, Fixed term (covering maternity leave); Part time permanent; Part time permanent Midday Salary scale & range - Band 5 SCP 5-6 £25,583 - £25,989 Actual pay: £19,031 - £19,332 32 hours per week, Term Time plus 1 week (39 weeks); part time hours pro rata pay Location - Bradford, West Yorkshire Closing date - Sunday 21 June 2026 Start of employment date: As soon as possible We are seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (SEND) to join our vibrant and expanding specialist secondary school, Co-op Academy Southfield on a range of contracts: full time permanent vacancies; fixed term vacancies (covering maternity leave); part-time permanent vacancies; and midday permanent vacancies! As one of the largest secondary special schools in the UK, we provide high-quality education for young people aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled, supportive and values driven staff team committed to ensuring that every student achieves their full potential. About the role: Learning Support Assistants play a vital role in supporting students both academically and pastorally. As a Specialist Learning Support Assistant within our SEND school, you will work closely with teachers to deliver bespoke, specialist education tailored to meet the evolving needs of SEN pupils, including those with complex requirements. You will develop and implement personalised learning to support each pupil’s unique needs and abilities. You will also use innovative teaching methods and resources to engage and inspire young learners and collaborate with external agencies and our wider inclusion team to ensure holistic support for pupil’s development enabling a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes confidence and growth. This role would ideally suit someone who: Has experience in SEND Is passionate about working with young people with complex additional needs