Senior Learning Support Assistant Grade D

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about helping children thrive?

Norman Gate School is looking for a dedicated Senior Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. Norman Gate is a primary school and nursery provision for children with a range of learning needs including moderate and severe learning needs, communication and language needs, autism and ADHD. With class sizes of up to 12, you will be able to provide individualised support as part of a small class team and will strive to ensure all our children are able to reach their potential.

As a Senior Learning Support Assistant, you will work under the guidance of senior staff and teachers. Your role will include supporting pupils' learning and development, undertaking planned and unplanned teaching cover, leading classes when required, and contributing to the effective management of pupils and the classroom environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations and a nurturing, patient approach
• Communicates well and works well in a team
• Is proactive, resilient, and resourceful

Working hours are 30 per week, 40 weeks per year (term time plus one week), 8.50 am – 3.10 pm Monday to Friday plus a weekly after school one‑hour team meeting (typically Tuesdays). The additional week is worked across the year, which includes 10 one hour after school training sessions (on Mondays).

Benefits to the role include:

• A rewarding role: This is a job where you can make a positive difference to the lives and outcomes for others.
• Small Class Sizes: Support pupils in classes of up to 12, allowing for personalised support. You will be part of a class team working together to make a difference.
• Professional Development: Induction and ongoing training provided.
• Supportive Team: Be part of a caring, collaborative environment where your work makes a real difference.
• Community Impact: Join a school committed to supporting not just pupils, but families and the wider community.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.