Learning Support Assistants - Northridge School

"People used to tell me to look at which young offender's institution my child was going to. Now I'm looking at which university they will go to." - Year 13 parent

"Excellent provision of adapted curriculum to meet the children's individual needs. Everything fun & enjoyable"

"Where do I start?! I am so pleased and grateful for the excellent provision, quality teaching and care that my child has access to in school."

"Fantastic school I personally couldn't have hoped for a better school safe and nurturing environment she always comes home with a smile."

"I think the school overall is great and my son has come on leaps and bounds since being there, he always enjoys school and is always smiling."

"The Trust Olympics 2023 were perfect, awesome and fantastic."

"Brilliant clubs & brilliant staff also."

"My children really enjoy the school clubs both after school and holiday clubs, the staff are amazing."

"We really love the school holiday club and so do the boys."

"I would like to send a message of thanks to everyone who works the clubs and those for organise them too. They are an important resource to our whole family, so thank you."

Position: Learning Support Assistants: NJC 4 – 6

Hours and Salary:

1 X 30 hours per week, time only plus 5 days Salary:
Actual Salary Actual Salary £17,907 to £18,478 (FTE £25,185 to £25,989) Contract type:
Fixed term for 1 year

2 X 1:1 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days Salary:
Actual Salary £17,907 to £18,478 (FTE £25,185 to £25,989)
Contract type:
Temporary Subject to Funding

1 X 1:1 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days based at The Bridge Salary:
Actual Salary £17,907 to £18,478 (FTE £25,185 to £25,989)
Contract type:
Temporary Subject to Funding

1 x 1:1 In school and in a pupil’s home with another member of staff 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days Salary:
Actual Salary £17,907 to £18,478 (FTE £25,185 to £25,989) Contract type:
Temporary Subject to Funding

School and Location: North Ridge Community School, Tenter Balk Lane, Adwick-le-Street, Doncaster, DN6 7EF
/ North Ridge at The Bridge, Barnby Dun Road, Doncaster, DN2 4RG
.

Staff may be required to work across both sites based on school needs.

Closing date: Sunday 22 nd February 2026

Shortlisting date: Monday 23 rd February 2026

Interview date: Thursday 26 th February 2026

About our School

North Ridge Community School is acommunity day special school with 181 pupils aged 3-19 years with severe special educational needs.We are committed to providing innovative opportunities and inspiring experiences to motivate our children and young people as learners. We work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure our children and young people develop skills for life and ensure that they all have the best opportunities to flourish through personalised learning.

Join our dedicated team at North Ridge Community School, where our mission is to empower every child to build confidence, make decisions, and achieve personal goals. Guided by our vision of "preparing learners for the future through inspirational and personalised journeys," we shape learning to help every child be their best. We proudly uphold our REACH values:
Respect, Enjoyment, Achievement, Community, and ensuring Happiness and Safety for all. Be part of a school that inspires and supports its learners every step of the way.

About the Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

We are seeking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible Learning Support…