Learning Support Assistant Job profile

Education
Rutland
June 23, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Job Details

  • Contractual hours: 37.5
  • Basis: Part Time
  • Region: Central
  • Package: Pension scheme, free meals during term time, access to school pool and gym, on site parking
  • Job type: 37.5 hours per week, term time only
  • Start date: 1 September 2026

We are looking for an experienced individual who can support a pupil who has experienced a TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury). The pupil is currently in Year 11 (Form 5) and will be transitioning to Year 12 (Form 6) in September 2026. She has in class support and 1:1 support outside lessons.

We need someone who is kind, compassionate and understanding of the needs of the young person, but also encouraging of independence and knows when to allow the young person to take the lead in their own learning. They must be able to work in a team alongside the staff at the school, including the Learning Support Department, to ensure all needs are met in each subject. We are looking for someone who can support all aspects of school life; help with organisation and logistics of the day to day running of the timetable, supporting both the pupil and the staff with academics and also providing a pastoral side when needed.

You Must Have

  • UK classroom experience
  • Experience working with children (ideally KS4/5)
  • Adaptable, flexible and willing to learn
  • Availability for a long term position
  • Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
  • Enhanced DBS on the updated service

Key Accountabilities

  • Work with a named child, as directed by the class teacher and/or SENCo, to support A Level subjects and learning
  • Establish a supportive, caring and secure relationship with the young person, promoting respect, self esteem and a positive, inclusive whole school ethos
  • Develop knowledge and understanding of the specific academic and medical needs of the young person and respond to them effectively
  • Assist the class teachers/SENCo with the planning, development and delivery of suitable learning strategies for the pupil
  • Support class teachers to design, create and produce learning activities, materials and resources to support aspects of the curriculum or particular learning outcomes, and assist and support the young person in using them

Are You?

  • Energetic, enthusiastic, and hard working
  • Passionate about working 1:1 within a Senior School environment
  • Conscientious and innovative
  • Excellent communicator, organised and positive
  • Committed to working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Purpose of the Job

  • Support a Year 12 pupil with specified academic and medical needs on an individual basis during their transition through the Upper School and beyond
  • Assist teachers in providing a learning environment that enables the pupil to access the curriculum and learn to the best of their ability

Oakham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its recruitment and selection of job applicants. The school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and qualification check.

Oakham School may undertake online searches as part of due diligence for shortlisted candidates.

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