Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover)

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover) Location: Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am to 4.00pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Fixed term until July 2027 | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every single day? At Crookhey Hall School, we're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly team on a maternity cover contract. Whether you're already working in education or have experience in care, youth work or supporting young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in specialist education. As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll be much more than classroom support. You'll become a trusted role model, helping pupils build confidence, develop independence and celebrate achievements—big and small. Every day brings new opportunities to encourage, inspire and make a lasting impact. Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where every child can thrive. What you’ll do: Support pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups and within the classroom to help them access learning and achieve their individual goals. Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences. Encourage pupils' confidence, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing. Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn. Prepare learning resources and support a creative, inclusive classroom environment. Monitor and celebrate pupil progress, contributing to individual learning plans where appropriate. Support educational visits and, where required, transp