Learning Support Assistant; Focus-Trust Level 2, Local Authority Level 3

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team. Candidates must have experience working with and supporting students with special educational needs within Early Years and KS1. This role is for a Focus Trust Level 1 Learning Support Assistant, which is the equivalent of the Local Authority Level 2. The typical start time is 08.30am, and the typical finish time is 3.30pm.

Ideal candidates will have a good working knowledge of Early Years curriculum, child development and interventions, and be able to demonstrate initiative and teamwork.

• Has a passion for supporting the delivery of a broad curriculum to primary aged children.
• Is fair, caring, flexible and dedicated.
• Is highly motivated and able to work as part of a team.
• Has clear drive and ambition to learn and develop themselves.
• Is adaptive and can work flexibly with other colleagues.
• Is committed to helping all children reach their potential.
• Has experience working within a SEN and Sensory space.
• Is able to demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A school where role, workload and wellbeing are given high priority and are balanced.
• A friendly and caring school.
• Happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who have a passion for learning.
• High quality CPD and support from Focus‑Trust as well as mentoring and support in school.
• A collaborative and supportive professional community.

If you are a passionate Learning Support Assistant ready to make a real difference in children’s lives, enthusiastic, innovative with high expectations and a genuine commitment to every child's success this may be the role for you.

• Hold (or will achieve) a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Are passionate about helping children succeed and reach their potential.
• Have high expectations for all learners.
• Are reflective, motivated and eager to develop professionally.
• Believe strong relationships are key to effective teaching.
• Want to thrive in a supportive and values‑driven school community.

You’ll find more about the role, school and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack.

The role will be based at Coppice Primary Academy, but could involve some travel to our other schools within the Trust. This will be reasonable and appropriate to the role.

• Automatic enrolment into a Local Government Pension Scheme (employees can opt out if they choose).
• Terms and conditions in line with Focus‑Trust pay and grading structure for all support staff across the Trust.
• Access to the employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing for all.
• Cycle to work schemes available.
• Excellent opportunities for professional and career development.
• Commitment to safeguarding.

All staff must comply with safeguarding policies and procedures to protect the welfare of children and young people.

Focus‑Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups and ethnic minorities.