Learning Support Assistant

Required for August 2026, we seek to recruit a permanent full time Learning Support Assistant, specialising in Autism, to work flexibly as part of a team to support pupils who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
The person appointed is expected to have an inclusive approach to teaching and learning and will work collaboratively with subject staff in the classroom. This will primarily support learners in Years 7 to 13.
This is a 37.5 hours per week, permanent, term-time only role (36 weeks per year including INSET days). The working pattern is from 8.30am to 4.30pm with 30 minutes unpaid break on Monday to Friday.
The starting salary for this role is D5 to D10 of the Princethorpe Foundation support staff scale, currently £25,106.00 to £26,411.00 per annum full-time equivalent (£19,908.00 to £20,943.00 actual salary per annum) by negotiation, depending on qualifications and relevant experience.
Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the schools website for more information about our thriving School, which offers a rich curriculum and strong sense of community. Continuing Professional Development is encouraged.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a Foundation that values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package including discounted places for staff, free car parking on site, a pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and employee benefit scheme through Vivup which offers lifestyle savings and a care and wellbeing platform.
Application: To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a Princethorpe College application form, together with a CV and covering letter detailing personal qualities, experience and how you meet the person specification for the role. Applicants must ensure the application form is fully completed, including a detailed career history with specific dates.
Closing date: The closing date for applications is Monday 1 June at 9.00am, however, candidates may be called for interview before this date and the closing date brought forward. Candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity.
Interviews are likely to be held later that week or early the following week at Princethorpe College.
Further details and an application form are available from the foundation website.
The Foundation is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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