Learning Support Assistant

Overview

At Crookhey Hall School, we're looking for a passionate 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant, supportive community. This role is more than a job - it's a chance to empower a young learner, helping them overcome challenges, grow in confidence, and achieve their full potential.

You’ll work directly with an individual pupil with specific educational and behavioural needs, providing personalised support that is consistent, compassionate, and effective. Working closely with teachers, the SENCo, and therapists, you’ll implement tailored strategies and celebrate every success – big or small.

• Provide 1:1 support to an individual pupil, helping them navigate their learning and personal development.
• Implement and adapt personalised educational and behavioural plans aligned with their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and address challenges in learning and behaviour.
• Support emotional regulation and resilience through patient, empathetic guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and therapists to ensure a holistic approach.
• Supervise and support during breaks, lunch, transitions, and off‑site activities.

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4+).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, resilience, and initiative.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and maintain high expectations.
• Basic IT literacy and willingness to learn.

• Experience in education, care, or SEN settings.
• Relevant qualifications (Childcare, Education, Social Care).
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism or SEMH needs.

• 80% of contract hours for 100% pay under a 4‑Day Working Week trial.
• Life Assurance.
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks.
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) – health, wellbeing and insurance benefits.
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.

Crookhey Hall School is a specialist SEMH school for boys and girls aged 10‑17, set on a 15‑acre countryside campus near Lancaster. We provide a structured, nurturing environment where pupils build confidence, self‑esteem, and resilience. Small classes and personalised pathways support academic, vocational, and personal development. Our dedicated team helps pupils re‑engage with learning and prepares them for independent, successful futures.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.