Learning Support Assistant

Empowering Every Learner, Inspiring Every Day

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Pattison School, Coventry
Salary: Up to £22,000 per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Fixed-Term (Until End of Academic Year)
Start Date: Available for September Start

Join Our School as a Learning Assistant

At Pattison School, we believe in nurturing every child’s potential. As a small, independent school, we pride ourselves on our strong ethos of care, creativity, and community. Our mission is to support each child in thriving academically, socially, and artistically. Here, every pupil is known as an individual, creating an environment where they feel valued, supported, and inspired.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and social media screening.

Role Purpose

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are looking for a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join our team! In this role, you will support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, dyslexia, and ADHD.

As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with staff to provide exceptional support in the classroom, in small groups, and on a one-to-one basis. Your goal will be to enhance learning, promote independence, and foster self-esteem and social inclusion.

What You Will Be Doing

• Promote the learning and personal development of assigned pupils, enabling them to maximize educational opportunities.
• Support effective learning in group settings and one-on-one, clarifying instructions and assisting with resources.
• Motivate and encourage pupils by providing tailored attention, reassurance, and support with learning tasks.
• Assist in overcoming challenges in areas such as speech and language, reading, spelling, numeracy, and social development.
• Establish supportive relationships and promote inclusion for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Liaise with the class teacher, SENDCO, and other professionals to contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Implement agreed behavior management strategies consistently and effectively.
• Monitor pupil responses to learning activities and provide constructive feedback on progress and behavior.
• Support the development of social skills both in and out of the classroom.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and equality.

What You'll Bring

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in a similar educational role.
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEND (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia).
• A solid understanding of how children learn and how to support their individual needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• The ability to adapt quickly to the changing needs of pupils.
• A proactive, flexible, and team-focused mindset.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A willingness to undertake relevant training and continuous professional development.

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to 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.