Learning Support Assistant

Bowling Green Academy Learning Support Assistant Until 31.08.27 (hours subject to change depending on funding, linked to two children’s EHCPs - one ending July 2027, the other July 2029) 24 hrs per week, term time only Salary - Grade 2, scale point 4, £14,011 (FTE £25,185) Expected Start Date - ASAP Bowling Green Academy is a happy and successful school with a strong reputation in the community. We are a small village school with 163 pupils currently on roll, with a strong family ethos that sets high expectations, recognises achievement and celebrates success for all of our children. We are a thriving school with a great team of staff and are now looking to recruit an outstanding Learning Support Assistant with energy and enthusiasm to fill this post. We require a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to provided targeted support to two pupils in Key Stage 2 who currently have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) with top-up funding in place. The role will support these children with special educational needs, subject to their continued education at the school. We are looking for a positive, flexible, and nurturing individual with a good understanding of child development and the primary education curriculum, who can effectively support learning activities under the direction of the class teacher. You will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures, an appreciation of inclusive education and differentiation, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. The role requires someone who can follow guidance while also demonstrating initiative when appropriate, adapt to a range of situations, and respond sensitively to pupils’ individual needs. You may have experience working with children, particularly in an educational setting, including supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and neurodiverse strengths and needs. Your experience may include providing one-to-one support, working with small groups, and offering classroom support. You will be expected to work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for these pupils. Specifically, this may be to: Work within the classroom to support the learning needs of the child/ren. Provide targeted 1:1 and group interventions as required. Deliver a personalised curriculum under direction of the class teacher. Adapt support dependent on the pupils’ needs - communication, patience and understanding. Create a stimulating environment in which their learning and development is encouraged. Keep records of the child’s progress and provide information that will help teachers with their progress. In return you will work with a progressive and forward thinking Multi Academy Trust where there are opportunities for development and career progression. Great Heights Academy Trust is a growing multi-academy trust with nine schools in the West Yorkshire area w