Learning Support Assistant

Permanent

Term Time Only

27 Hours per week

TPLTSS3 15473 - 15718 (actual salary)

Plus various Company Benefits

Priory Community School - An Academy part of The Priory Learning Trust are looking to recruit a dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our dynamic fast paced SEND team.

PCSA is rooted in its community dedicated to nurturing young people into well-rounded individuals. Our students leave not only with strong academic achievements but also with an aspirational mindset. We empower them to set high expectations for themselves and their future.

We also take great pride in supporting our colleagues. At PCSA we have a dynamic diverse and collaborative workplace where professional growth is a priority. From teaching and support staff to senior leadership every team member is supported by hands-on guidance and development opportunities.

For our support staff we offer a range of growth pathways including fully funded apprenticeships cross-site working experiences and opportunities to exchange best practices across all our trust schools.

As part of this role you will;

• Deliver classroom support for pupils planned and supervised by teachers. (Individual and small groups e.g. SEND and Inclusion)
• Undertake activities as directed by teaching staff using differentiated resource materials in order to meet the needs of individual students. Participate in some team planning and development of resources.
• Provide support to improve levels of inclusion and achievement for students with SEND through direct support.

What you will need to succeed;

• A qualification in Literacy and Numeracy equivalent to GCSE Grade A*-C or Level 2 on the national vocational framework.
• Some experience of working with children of Secondary age ideally in a school context.
• Excellent and effective communication skills.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and strive to accommodate a variety of working arrangements so we encourage you to apply. At our school we take staff workload seriously and prioritise creating a supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of a local Trust our staff also benefit from collaborative opportunities and resources that come with being part of a wider community.

At the Priory Learning Trust we offer an incredible comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..

• The PLaTform - Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
• Healthshield - Funded Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
• Discounted nursery fees for parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.
• Contributory pension scheme offering generous employer contribution rates.
• CPD opportunities both internally & externally.
• A very friendly school community with dedicated supportive & inspiring colleagues.
• Health & Fitness offers including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health.
• A Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Flu vaccinations on site during the working day free of charge.

About The Priory Learning Trust:

TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a first-class education to a wide range of children from all backgrounds.

At our heart is a passion to put Students First and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also high-achieving successful schools.

We strive for partnerships between students families staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also cherish our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support training and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more regardless of their background.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge) cautions or bind-overs you may have even if they would otherwise be regarded as Spent under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.

The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.

This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.

Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references online searches and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

Please see the following links to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy and Recruitment and Selection policy.

Closing Date: 29 June 2025

Proposed Interview Date: 02 July 2025

Proposed Start Date: 01 September 2025