Learning Support Assistant - Maternity Cover

Summary:

Learning Support Assistant - Maternity Cover job opportunity with a school in Cockerham, Lancaster.

About the School:

Located on a large, therapeutic campus, the school provides a supportive environment for students with complex social and emotional needs. It offers a range of specialist facilities and individualised learning pathways to help students achieve their potential.

The Opportunity:

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students and teachers to help pupils reach their full potential. This is a fixed-term role with a focus on providing high-quality, tailored support to students in a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individual pupils and small groups during educational activities.
• Assist teachers in developing and delivering tailored learning programmes.
• Encourage positive relationships and social development among students.
• Help with classroom organisation, displays, and preparation of learning materials.
• Support students during educational visits and occasional transport.
• Contribute to pupil progress reports and share insights with the teaching team.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• A dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic individual.
• Experience working with children and a commitment to their development.
• Strong team-player with the ability to support teachers and take on new challenges.

Preferred

• Experience in a specialist education setting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic or emotional support strategies.
• Experience with educational visits or transport arrangements.
• Familiarity with curriculum development or student progress tracking.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £22,160.62 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance and a pension scheme.
• Mental health support and wellbeing initiatives as part of a holistic employee care programme.