Learning Support Assistant

Job Title:

Learning Support Assistant - Fixed Term

E-ACT Ilminster Academy | Enjoy, success, respect, community, responsibility and compassion

At Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy, we prioritize enjoyment, success, respect, community, responsibility, and compassion. With a focus on holistic development, we empower students to excel academically while also fostering a sense of belonging and compassion for others.

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant who will work closely with teachers to provide targeted support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will play a key part in creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and confident to thrive.

We seek a patient, caring, and motivated individual with strong communication skills and a genuine desire to make a difference. Previous experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential—full training and development opportunities are provided.

• Provide in-class support to students, working alongside teachers to enhance learning and engagement
• Assist pupils with additional needs, adapting support to meet individual learning plans
• Encourage positive behaviour and help maintain a focused, inclusive classroom environment
• Support small group work and deliver targeted interventions where required
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and other professionals

SCP5-7 - £17,645.80 - £18,201.08 - FTE: £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 - 29 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

• Good standard of education (GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.